How binding is the real estate contract?

Standard forms of residential real estate contracts contain a series of representations and warranties about the condition of the property. ...

My uncle has passed away and did not have a will, my uncle George (his brother) has retained a lawyer to assist him so that he m

You are describing a standard form by which you can consent to your uncle serving as administrator. If you do not sign it, then the lawyer will...

You may also have a common law claim for public nuisance, private nuisance, or both. If the property owner or the municipality violated a statute...

What happens if I fail to show up to court date in surrogate court

Ideally, you should retain counsel who can attend court on your behalf on the scheduled return date. The judge or clerk may have questions for...

Can he go to jail

There are two legal issues here – one deals with criminal law and the other deals with civil law (i.e., probate). All of the relevant statutes of...

My dad passed away and his kids were not in his will he left everything to his second wife now she has a pain and suffering law

It’s not clear to me what you received. Disinherited children would receive a waiver of process and consent to probate, but what you are...

Who should review building financials on residential property, the buyer's real estate attorney or external accountant?

If you are purchasing a condominium or co-op, a real estate lawyer can provide some insight into the entity’s financial health. Attorneys tend to...

You are trespassing on someone's property. Yes, you can be arrested. If you move back in, you will be a squatter. Do not go back.

What legal action should I take if this gets worse?

A squatter settles on another person’s land without consent, and subsequently, the owner does not grant consent. A licensee enters with consent...

What documents do you suggest for the initial filing for Surrogate's/Probate Court in NY?

The nominated executor must submit a complete package of probate documents to the court. If you need immediate authority, then you can apply for...