Inheritance Tax

Currently, the PA Inheritance Tax rate for direct descendants and lineal heirs is 4.5%.

Inheritance Tax amount

PA Inheritance Tax is based on the value of an estate at the time of the decedent's death. The tax rate varies depending on the relationship of the...

A divorce under Section 3301(d) of the Divorce Code does not require his signature. In fact, the only signature required would be if he wanted to...

Yes. However, custody cases can be complex. Your first step should be to consult an experienced family law attorney in your area.

Is this a scam? This is part of an email I just got.

Probably. I have thousands of similar emails in my spam folder. Ask yourself one question, have you ever heard of Nelson Vance previously? If it...

Custody interference

If he knowingly violates the custody order, you should file a petition for contempt. However, from the sounds of it, there are other legal issues...

Can a home that is deeded to myself and my father be claimed as his asset after his death with a survivorship claus

When two or more people own property as joint tenants with the right of survivorship (JTWROS) it means that upon the death of an owner, their...

DOES A DURABLE POWER OF ATTORNEY HAVE TO BE FILED WITH THE RECORDS DEPT IN PHILA. TO BE LEGAL?

There is no requirement that a durable power of attorney be filed anywhere in Pennsylvania to be valid. However, it must still comply with all...

My Dad had 4 children in his first marriage and one with his second marriage. My father did not have a will. We live in PA

There are more facts needed to fully analyze your situation. Generally speaking, however, under Pennsylvania law, when a person dies without a...

What can i do in these circumstances if anything?

I agree with Attorney Aitken. You may have "in loco parentis" rights, and a consultation with an experienced family law attorney in your area is...