Questions answered by Rudolf J. Karvay

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What are responsibilites of an exector to a will..

Rudolf's answer | Answered on November 16, 2009

I have written two legal guides that will provide some information pertinent to your questions. Both are published here on AVVO. The links appear...

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Executor sold my inheritance home to another ,not me, why? can I hold him liable?

Rudolf's answer | Answered on November 10, 2009

The answer is that you may have a case, but more facts are needed. I suggest that you retain an attorney to review all of the facts and...

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How would you remove a co-trustee from an irrevocable trust in NYS

Rudolf's answer | Answered on November 05, 2009

You will need to petition the court to have the person removed as trustee. How simple or complex the matter is depends upon the trustee you are...

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If a car is willed to me, what happens to it if I buy a new one and don't want to wait for probate. Is it still my car?

Rudolf's answer | Answered on November 02, 2009

I recommend that you consult with your own attorney regarding your rights in the estate. Under New York law, a motor vehicle not exceeding in...

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Sibling controlling mother's assets and is not the next of kin or has power of attorney

Rudolf's answer | Answered on October 29, 2009

First, your mother's "next of kin" are all of her children equally. The age of the children is irrelevant. If you feel that your mother is being...

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Can I make a change to my will without a lawyer?

Rudolf's answer | Answered on October 29, 2009

I agree with Ellen. A mistake in the drafting or execution of a will or codicil may produce some veru undesirable results. Better to have a...

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We lived in NY, am i responsible for my dead husbands debt?

Rudolf's answer | Answered on October 29, 2009

The answer is almost always "no." Unless you are a joint debtor or co-signor, you are not responsible for your deceased relative’s debts. I have...

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Estate Distribution in a Stalemate. 2 beneficiaries are difficult causing delay in funds payout? How can I resolve w/o courts?

Rudolf's answer | Answered on October 27, 2009

I know that you said that you consultd with an attorney, but from the facts you have presented it appears that this situation may require the...

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My aunt with full Alzheimer's signed a new will giving everything to a neighbor and died 4 weeks later. Can this be contested?

Rudolf's answer | Answered on October 21, 2009

I suggest that you retain the services of an experienced estate attorney. The attorney should review the will and examine the witnesses. After...

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For Phyllis crane, You wrote my mother's will. Need a copy. How do I get one, when I don't know where you are now?

Rudolf's answer | Answered on October 20, 2009

Thanks to Ellen, you now know where Phyllis is.

Rudolf J. Karvay's Answers (425)

What are responsibilites of an exector to a will..

Executor sold my inheritance home to another ,not me, why? can I hold him liable?

How would you remove a co-trustee from an irrevocable trust in NYS

If a car is willed to me, what happens to it if I buy a new one and don't want to wait for probate. Is it still my car?

Sibling controlling mother's assets and is not the next of kin or has power of attorney

Can I make a change to my will without a lawyer?

We lived in NY, am i responsible for my dead husbands debt?

Estate Distribution in a Stalemate. 2 beneficiaries are difficult causing delay in funds payout? How can I resolve w/o courts?

My aunt with full Alzheimer's signed a new will giving everything to a neighbor and died 4 weeks later. Can this be contested?

For Phyllis crane, You wrote my mother's will. Need a copy. How do I get one, when I don't know where you are now?