If a person(a) is named benificiary in a will,but someone else(b) is beneficiary to life insurance policy,who gets life ins $ ?

If the life insurance policy names a beneficiary, and that beneficiary is living when the insured dies, then the life insurance proceeds are paid...

Father passed away May 2001, mother passed Dec 2010, oldest sister named executer, nothing done yet to finalize estate?

Wow this IS a big mess, and I agree with Atty Fromm, A consultation with an estate litigation attorney is warranted. A word of caution, however;...

Is it illegal to touch a spouses bank account if they pass and you have their bank card?

I agree with Attorney Hunter. You are better off consulting with a probate attorney before touching that account, even if it is ultimately...

Parents died 15 yrs ago. left will leaving house to 2 of my siblings.

There is not nearly enough information here to give an answer that will help you. Suffice it to say, however, that you should see an experienced...

My lawyer never told me I had to report money received from a relatives annuitiy, I have been waiting for a notice from IRS

I'm somewhat confused - your question seems to be talking about Pennsylvania Inheritance Tax, which is a transfer tax payable to the Commonwealth...

Can a sibling who has been made elector (by other siblings ) over a parent's estate have legal rights over other siblings?

I'm presuming by "elector" you mean the younger sister was appointed "Adminstrator" or personal representative of the estate. If that is the...

How can I change the ownership of my deceased father's home to me, when its been 20 years since he passed and estate still open?

I agree with Attorney Fromm that you need to hire an experienced probate attorney to sort this out, there are way too many moving parts here to...

Question on administrator's timeline requirements in PA

I agree with Attorney Fromm that a family meeting is in order. I also agree with Attorney Hachoose that removal may be premature - it's still...

I assume there is more to this story. I'm not saying your father was wrong or that the executor is right, but memories fade, and personal items...

Grandfather died in PA, owned property in FL question

If your grandfather in fact owned real estate in Florida at his death, then yes, ancillary probate in Florida would be necessary. If you are...