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How do state probate laws work with real estate

Laura's answer | Answered on December 12, 2017

Under PA law, if she dies with no will her next of kin would be her children. They would inherit from her. You would not be protected and would...

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My mother passed away in may this year, she left no will, i check the house is still in her name.

Laura's answer | Answered on July 09, 2014

You should consult with a local attorney about the laws in PA with regard to someone dying without a will. You will need an attorney since...

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What kind of attorney do I need, to open an estate.

Laura's answer | Answered on July 08, 2014

I agree with my colleagues. Try to find a local attorney that you feel comfortable with.

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My father-in-law recently died. His will indicated that his estate should be split equally among my husband and his 2 siblings.

Laura's answer | Answered on June 26, 2014

It is possible to transfer the property as you have suggested, however it has to be a fiduciary deed and the other siblings will have to sign an...

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If my wife is bi polar and has depression and has a history of suicide attempts will the judge grant me full custody of child

Laura's answer | Answered on June 22, 2014

Testimony will be taken in Court. If the Judge believes that you are able to provide better care for your children it can happen. I suggest that...

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Hi! How do I go about obtaining a copy of my son's daycare contract which the father will not willingly give me a copy of?

Laura's answer | Answered on June 20, 2014

If you have shared legal custody, you have the right to go to the day care and ask for a copy of the contract. If they won't give itto you then...

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Mother has monitored visits due to alcohol/drugs which often misses but has filed for more visitation.

Laura's answer | Answered on June 17, 2014

There willh ave to be a hearing to change the custody. All evidence will be presented and the Judge willmake a decision. I suggest that yhou...

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I received the bal of Moms burial trust & the care acct @ the nursing home, what am I responsible for back to Pa ?

Laura's answer | Answered on June 17, 2014

There are several quesitons that an attorney will have to ask you to give you a complete answer. We are available to meet with you to discuss this...

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Estate Tax Planning/ Probate: How to handle a problem experience with family's estate planning attorney?

Laura's answer | Answered on June 17, 2014

I agree with the other two answers you received. It is your Mother's choice to obtain new counsel if she is not comfortable. However, when the...

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If I petition the court to resign as executor, is it my responsibility to find a qualified replacement?

Laura's answer | Answered on November 14, 2011

If there was a will naming another individual as the alternate executor, that person would become the executor. If not, it would be helpful for...

Laura Cohen's Answers (51)

How do state probate laws work with real estate

My mother passed away in may this year, she left no will, i check the house is still in her name.

What kind of attorney do I need, to open an estate.

My father-in-law recently died. His will indicated that his estate should be split equally among my husband and his 2 siblings.

If my wife is bi polar and has depression and has a history of suicide attempts will the judge grant me full custody of child

Hi! How do I go about obtaining a copy of my son's daycare contract which the father will not willingly give me a copy of?

Mother has monitored visits due to alcohol/drugs which often misses but has filed for more visitation.

I received the bal of Moms burial trust & the care acct @ the nursing home, what am I responsible for back to Pa ?

Estate Tax Planning/ Probate: How to handle a problem experience with family's estate planning attorney?

If I petition the court to resign as executor, is it my responsibility to find a qualified replacement?