Do we need to probate the will?

It sounds like the majority of the assets pass by operation of law without the need to probate the will. With regard to the safety deposit box, you...

How can my father in law get reimbursed from his now deceased sister's insurance company for the medical payments he made?

Your father-in-law should speak with an experienced attorney. Since a power of attorney terminates upon the principal's death, your father-in-law...

I have a relative in her 80's who I have concerns that she can make decisions by herself.

I would recommend speaking with an experienced attorney. Even if she has not planned for her future with regards to long-term care, and funeral...

I just completed a Revocable Trust Attorney wants to hold original copy? Is this a good idea?

The advantage of the attorney holding the original is that it presumably will be kept in a fireproof safe. If you executed more than one original...

My wife was named as a co-trustee in her mothers trust. Does this mean that she is a Beneficiary of the trust ?

It is possible to be named as a Trustee without being a beneficiary of a Trust. I suggest your wife speak with an experienced Trust and Estate...

I would recommend consulting with a Trust and Estates attorney. Typically a Federal Estate Fiduciary Income Tax return is due on April 15 if the...

Can nys tax take money from a will?

I would recommend consulting with an attorney. More facts are needed to accurately answer this question. It depends on the terms of the will,...

TESTAMENTARY DUTIES. 1) Do I have to list all assets own as joint tenancy ? 2) Do I have to pay a filing fee on them ?

I would recommend consulting with an experienced attorney. (1) As Executor of your wife's estate, you have to file an Inventory of Assets with the...

How to get deeds in my name to my father house once I'm appointed distributee by surrogate court?

I would recommend consulting with an attorney. First, it is important to know how the house is currently owned. You should have an attorney review...

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