Do you have to probate a will right away?

Yes. In addition to being a crime in NY to withhold a Will, why would you possibly think you do not have to do this?

My huband died and his mother is the benificiary of the life insurance policy, do i have any legal rights to that money?

The short answer is the you do not likely have a right to the money, although you should always consult with an experienced probate attorney...

My father was a musician. after he died my mother had his violin sold by a dealer of musical instruments.

The right to receive the money is an asset of your father's estate. Only a court appointed representative of the estate is permitted to receive...

Can my fathers brother be appointed a letter of administration over me the daughter?

Adding to Mr. Jarrett's answer, you could also ineligible if you are 1. a non-domiciliary alien [with some exceptions] 2. a felon [with some...

Will the courts accept a certified genealogist researcher in lieu of a genealogist?

It is unclear whether you are involved in a kinship proceeding or attempting to obtain jurisdiction in a probate or administration proceeding. ...

If you are legally the co-owner, court involvement should not be necessary. Nevertheless, we spend a lot of time arguing with non-lawyer bank...

How do i go about retreiving funds from a deceased parents bank account. also,from a life insurance policy.

If there is a named beneficiary to either the bank account or the life insurance policy, the beneficiary need only present an original death...

Intestate Death of my Father

If a resident of New York passes away without a will, New York law determines the distribution of their estate. In this case your father's estate...

How can I file a complaint about administrator of an estate?

Assuming you are a beneficiary, you have the right under New York law to an accounting of the acts of the fiduciary. I suggest you hire an...

How can I as a beneficiary do to force a conclusion?

As a beneficiary you have the right under New York law to an accounting from the fiduciary. I suggest you hire an attorney as soon as possible to...