Is the inheritance not yet paid to my late wife to be considered as part of her estate ?

Yes, it should be included in your wife's estate although not yet paid.

In NY who protects the assets of an estate like personal property until the executor is officially appointed?

There isn't much you can do in this situation until someone is appointed as a Fiduciary (Executor, Administrator, etc.) in the estate. That person...

How long does a person have to wait for finalization of a divorce decree?

Your attorney is in the best position to answer this question. If you're not satisfied with the answer you've gotten from them, ask for a...

Pending Divorce and child support

Without discussing your situation in detail, it is difficult to give any actionable advice. Certainly, if there is no court order granting her...

Can you get child support if your divorce is not final, and my spouse makes more money then me.

If you don't have an attorney, you should consult with one in person to get an idea of what your rights and responsibilities are in the context of...

Can I print an image of someone on a shirt and sell it if I own the photograph?

You may own the copyright in your photo, but the person/people in it may assert a right of publicity. That right of publicity will be your...

It isn't easy or cheap getting an Administrator removed. Do you have proof that she has violated her fiduciary obligations or mismanaged the...

MY Grandparents(deceased) were my legal guardians . Grandmother didn't have will due to mental illness. Do I inherit anything?

Maybe. Not by virtue of them having been your guardians however. Whether you will inherit anything depends upon your Grandfather's will, how many...

My Question below is for an estate....

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After the parent passes away, what is the best way to change the title on a house to 3 adult children if there is no will ?

Consult with an experienced Trusts and Estates attorney. Spouses have certain rights under NYS law which will make it more complicated for you to...