In 2007, I was appointed guardian for my Mother who had dementia. Mom died on Feb.25, 2012.

My condolences on your loss. Without a Will, the Probate Court will appoint an Administrator (and you - and your 3 siblings - have to standing...

Is there any case law for surcharging estate executors for legal costs of proving undue influence by executors?

You would have to consult with an attorney on case law.

Is it true under PA law that my parents property has to be signed over in siblings name 5 yrs prior to death?

No. Nope. Nada. Negative. No way. John B. Whalen, Jr., J.D., LL.M. John B. Whalen, Jr., Esq. provides free initial home consultations...

What type document should I prepare to be sure my brother is repaid for repairs once my mother sells her house or passes away?

Hello I would have your brother submit a proper bill to you as Co-Agent under the Power of Attorney. The Executor of the Will will have to pay...

My mother passed away last year my sister and i were in her will. i had a joint savings acct with my mother .

My condolences on your loss. This area of law is in a state of flux now. There have been a few court decisions dealing with this issue. Joint...

What happens to the car of deceased?

Your step brother will not legally be able to transfer the car to him. He will also need an E.I.N. number for the proper transfer and a Short...

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My mother did a Suviorship deed and listed all siblings and gave it to us. We discover following her death she did a TOD w/attor

My condolences on your loss. Without having more information, it appears that if all of you are listed on the Deed (and that is what you mean by...

I was given money when my Father died. Mom now died, and Nursing home is threatening to sue all 4 children for bills?

In Pennsylvania, we have a program called "Estate Recovery." The purpose of the program is for the Decedent's Estate (the Executor is the one who...

I am confused between the difference of a will and estate/trust information. Beneficiaries haven't seen any trust information.

My condolences. The trust information should be available now. Pennsylvania has a new trust law (that began in 2006), where the...

CAN MY SISTER HOLD OUR MONEY BEQUEATHED TO US BY OUR AUNT?

I agree that further information is needed in this case. Is your sister the Executor of the Estate? Is she Power of Attorney (Agent) or Guardian...