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What can i do to enforce distribution of the will of my parents by my brother who is executor. I

John's answer | Answered on March 29, 2016

... Hello ... ... I see that you have two (2) options ... I would talk to your brother or consult with an attorney ... it has only been 6 months...

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If I inherited the woodshop did I also inherit the 1 acre? Also, am I entitled to a copy of my fathers will?

John's answer | Answered on March 25, 2016

... Hello ... ... Yes - you are entitled to a copy of the Will ... the Executor must send you a copy or you can go to the courthouse to copy it...

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Does she need to tell the nursing home about a personal injury lawsuit settlement that she is about to receive?

John's answer | Answered on March 14, 2016

... yes ... clearly ... ... John ...

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Do I as her son need to pay inheritance tax on the money?

John's answer | Answered on March 13, 2016

... Good morning ... ... My condolences ... if you have enough expenses, they will negate the amount of the money ... and you will end up owing...

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Is this a legal document?

John's answer | Answered on March 10, 2016

... Hello ... ... You should consult an experienced Probate and Estates attorney ... this paper may be a note, a codicil, or a new Will...

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1) Am I, as her oldest son, entitled to this information? 2) Am I, as part account owner, entitled to acquire my portion.

John's answer | Answered on March 03, 2016

... Hello ... ... you being the oldest son has nothing at all to do with this ... you - as part owner and a possible beneficiary under the Will...

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How can I place my grandmother's home in my name?

John's answer | Answered on March 01, 2016

... Hello ... ... I would contact an experienced attorney for a consultation ... you are Agent under Power of Attorney and have a fiduciary duty...

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Is it possible he can get the death certificate if he get the proof iam the beneficiary and do you think he called these company

John's answer | Answered on February 25, 2016

Hello ... My condolences - seems that you have quite a gordian knot there ... I would suggest that you contact the Bureau of Vital Statistics to...

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Am I responsible for his debt? Does it go on my credit? What happens to me, I can not afford an attorney.

John's answer | Answered on February 23, 2016

… Hello … … You - as an individual - are not responsible for any of your dad’s debts. However - as Executor - you must satisfy those debts with...

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My question is when the two years to file an estate status begin, is it from the date of death or probate?

John's answer | Answered on February 19, 2016

... hello ... ... it begins from the date of Probate ... ... Good Luck ... ... John ...

John B. Whalen Jr.'s Answers (1020)

What can i do to enforce distribution of the will of my parents by my brother who is executor. I

If I inherited the woodshop did I also inherit the 1 acre? Also, am I entitled to a copy of my fathers will?

Does she need to tell the nursing home about a personal injury lawsuit settlement that she is about to receive?

Do I as her son need to pay inheritance tax on the money?

Is this a legal document?

1) Am I, as her oldest son, entitled to this information? 2) Am I, as part account owner, entitled to acquire my portion.

How can I place my grandmother's home in my name?

Is it possible he can get the death certificate if he get the proof iam the beneficiary and do you think he called these company

Am I responsible for his debt? Does it go on my credit? What happens to me, I can not afford an attorney.

My question is when the two years to file an estate status begin, is it from the date of death or probate?