Without a Will, I don't know of any basis for a step-grandparent to claim a right to inherit on these facts.

To supplement this response, you have at least two options, both of which can be pursued if you are concerned about getting paid. You can file a...

You should independently consult with a probate attorney promptly, preferable in the locality where your father in law resided. The written notes...

As noted by Mr. Burnett above, you have multiple issues. It is possible for their to be two trusts co-existing, but it is necessary to review the...

My condolences on the loss of your partner. It is not clear to me what the "situation" is that leads to your concern about prosecution. It sounds...

Honestly, it depends upon the circumstances and the terms of the FSA. The Agreement may or may not serve to release or waive such claims, for...

I can mean several things. Sometimes there is no need to probate the Will, such as when the assets of the decedent have a surviving joint owner, a...

To supplement the responses from both capable attorneys above, you should consider consulting with an attorney. A self-prepared Deed may get...

Your question is a bit unclear. The renunciation form is used for your brother to say he doesn't want to serve as the Executor/Administrator...

Forcing a recalcitrant Executor to move ahead with the distribution phase often does require assistance of an attorney to obtain court...