Questions answered by Allen Lynn Cohen

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Will I be responsible for paying of a house that is not in my name?

Allen's answer | Answered on September 24, 2016

No, you are not responsible for the debt. However, it would certainly make sense to consult with an attorney to see what actions you can take that...

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How long should it take to get a response for my social security disability claim

Allen's answer | Answered on September 24, 2016

I believe that your attorney is giving you accurate information. As an example, today I received a decision on my client's case. He was given a...

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Can an executor of a will hold over half the inheritance claiming needed for bills?

Allen's answer | Answered on September 22, 2016

I agree with the other responses. You should contact the Register of Wills to review what has been filed. If she filed an inheritance tax return,...

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Can someone be appointed administrator of estranged wife's estate if their parents have power of attorney?

Allen's answer | Answered on September 17, 2016

Are his parents his court appointed guardians? Is there something that prevents your sister's estranged husband from having legal capacity or...

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Do the only one beneficary on the will gets it all?

Allen's answer | Answered on September 12, 2016

Undoubtedly your friend would benefit from speaking with a lawyer and having her specific facts and questions addressed. If she is worried that...

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Do I have monetary rights to the profits of the sale of my deceased parents estate? My brother is executor of estate. NO will.

Allen's answer | Answered on August 14, 2016

You need to promptly consult with an estates/probate lawyer. The executor is required to give you formal notice that he has started probate. He...

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Is it in my best interest to use appointed att w my Long Term Disability Carrier or get att on my own when applying for SSDI??

Allen's answer | Answered on August 11, 2016

I agree with the preceding three responses. I will add only that your own attorney representative usually will handle the disability claim on a...

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Do I have legal rights to prosecute.

Allen's answer | Answered on July 11, 2016

You definitely need to talk to an attorney as soon as possible. As his spouse you have a claim in regard to property, even were there a will...

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Reasons to obtain a probate attorney?

Allen's answer | Answered on July 06, 2016

I agree with the previous answers made by my colleagues so I have little to add. but the following comment. In short, an attorney involved with...

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How long can my sister remain in my father's house once he's deceased?

Allen's answer | Answered on June 28, 2016

Upon your father's passing, the probate process can begin. The administrator of the probate estate then also becomes administrator of the real...

Allen Lynn Cohen's Answers (460)

Will I be responsible for paying of a house that is not in my name?

How long should it take to get a response for my social security disability claim

Can an executor of a will hold over half the inheritance claiming needed for bills?

Can someone be appointed administrator of estranged wife's estate if their parents have power of attorney?

Do the only one beneficary on the will gets it all?

Do I have monetary rights to the profits of the sale of my deceased parents estate? My brother is executor of estate. NO will.

Is it in my best interest to use appointed att w my Long Term Disability Carrier or get att on my own when applying for SSDI??

Do I have legal rights to prosecute.

Reasons to obtain a probate attorney?

How long can my sister remain in my father's house once he's deceased?