If a named heir in a will dies before the will "owner" how is the estate distributed?
From the limited information you have provided, it appears that the Will may be subject to attack or the court would need to construe its terms. I...
Garden City, NY
Probate Lawyer at Garden City, NY
Practice Areas: Probate
From the limited information you have provided, it appears that the Will may be subject to attack or the court would need to construe its terms. I...
A Will that was never executed is not a Will. That means that your grandmother died without a Will and her estate passed by the laws of intestacy...
I agree. You should consult with an attorney as soon as possible. Without more information, I don't how your brother has the right to ask you to...
I agree with Mr. Levy. This is a very complex matter. Your uncle needs to an experienced real estate attorney as soon as possible.
If your father died with assets totaling $30,000 in his name alone, then your mother must have the Will admitted to probate before she can collect...
Since you are being represented by an attorney, I would suggest that you follow his or her advice. Your attorney is much more familiar with the...
I agree.
I agree wih Ms. Dade.
I agree with Mr. Chew with one exception. In New York, if the trust instrument is silent as to compensation, you may still be entitled to...
As an estate attorney, I am often asked "am I responsible for my deceased relatives debts?" The answer is almost always "no." Unless you are a...