Hello ... If the bank account is a joint account, it does not pass through the will and your sister owns the account. Both Property Law (i.e.,...

Can an executor be removed if they aren't doing what is fair for all in an estate

Hello ... my condolences ... Short and sweet - yes she can be removed and it sounds like she should be. I would consult with an experienced...

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I just received a petition for settlement of a small estate. What do I do now?

Hello ... My condolences ... I actually wrote a paper on that topic - with a smaller blog attached ......

Inheritance tax amount owed on a home I shared with exinlaws

Hello ... From your question, I am assuming you inherited something from your parents-in-law. There is no 5% tax (I am assuming you mean 4...

As a spouse, can I contest a will?

Hello ... my condolences ... Although you can contest the Will, there is another avenue. The proper term you are looking for is called the...

Does the executor of a will have the right to take what ever possessions from estate when will states shared equally

Hello ... I could not agree with my fellow Attorney Taylor-Hachoose's advice more. I cannot emphasize your need to consult with an...

A father recently passed away . estate was left to 3 children. Is there a cut off of time which any of them have for collecting

Hello ... My condolences. Unfortunately these types of situations occur more frequently than anyone would think that they do. I would...

What course of action can I take if none of the financial institutions respond to my court-appointed Letters of Administration?

Hello ... Unfortunately - it's not the Court's duty to enforce them - it is your duty. I would suggest consulting an attorney - this whole...

Hello ... My condolences ... you have a very difficult issue there. If he doesn't understand what he is doing, then it cannot be done. Having...

My mother passed away in May of 2009. My brother, as executor, still has not properly fulfilled his duties.

Hello ... my condolences. From your brief explanation you provided, I can tell you that none of this behavior is satisfactory by any...