How do you create an estate for a person who died about 5 years ago?

Hello, As the only heir, with the proceeds being paid to the Estate, you will need to open an Estate in order to receive the funds. This...

Hello To protect yourself, I would most certainly encourage it. You are free to distribute the proceeds without one, but that still leaves you...

Mother passed away recently. her will was not notarized and the witness is deceased. What do I need to do? Will this will be ok?

My condolences for your loss. A Will in Pennsylvania - to be effective - need not be witnessed or notarized. The lack of those two items does...

Need to file a Petition for removal of current executor.

You may be able to find something on the Philadelphia Register of Wills website, but I believe that this may require more legal assistance. It is...

Do I need a lawyer?

Hi again ... You have asked this question in many forms and under many practice areas. I think everyone here has been very patient, but you...

Will I Need A Lawyer

Hello again ... From everything stated previously, you will need an attorney. John. John B. Whalen, Jr., J.D., LL.M. John B. Whalen,...

Power Of Attorney

No (in general). It depends on what you mean by your description "incapacitated" and whether a court has determined it. If a person does not...

Short and sweet (and you really shouldn't be asking for the details of this schedule if you had read the footnote of the case): 1. Column (and...

Inheritance taxes that are filed late?

Hi again ... You will need to provide more information. Consult with an attorney who would give you a free consultation. I do. You can...

Filing inheritance taxes

My condolences. You would need to provide a little more information. When did your mother pass away? The PA Inheritance Tax, to which you are...