Yes. Executors are entitled to be paid commissions. The amounts of the commissions are governed by statute.

What is the process to be the executor of an estate? How long is the process?

I'm sorry for your loss. While it is hard to tell you how long a probate proceeding will be, it would not be a matter of just filling out papers. ...

I inherited my in law's house with "irrevocable trust" with my husband's passing. Who pays the property tax?

It is difficult to answer that question without seeing the trust, which would likely specify who is responsible. You will need to have an attorney...

Can my brother sue me to get back funds I got in a will that distributed money based on NYS law of intestate?

I agree with what the other attorneys have stated, but you are really not giving enough facts to fully analyze the matter. This is probably...

How can I obtain a copy of final financial account from the court appointed Guardian?

As a distributee, the guardian is required to provide you with notice when the motion to settle the final account is submitted to the court. In...

The main thing that you would have been responsible for as agent under the power of attorney is paying your mother's income over to the nursing...

Can my father have Medicaid ?

I agree with the prior attorney's answer. My firm specifically focuses on getting home care for seniors through Medicaid. Unfortunately, when...

Can I give money from my brother's supplemental needs trust directly to my brother?

Cash payments to a SNT recipient are typically prohibited.

Will my mothers 80,000$ inheritance affect her SSI widows benifits she currently receives ?

Yes, it will. She should seek counsel as soon as possible to discuss her options.

Based on the information you presented, you should not be responsible for the nursing home bills. However, if you were the power of attorney for...