If a will and testiment is handled through a lawyer is it filed or does it have to be filed at the courthouse?

If a will is probated it would be public record. Contact an attorney who handles estate administration and probate matters.

How would I go about accessing my deceased fathers bank records without hiring an attorney? The estate is in probate.

You appear to understand the issue and know the solution but you don't want to take the steps needed to address is properly. States differ, but in...

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If an estate doesn't have enough cash to cover taxes what happens to trusts & percentage of the house value that was bequeathed?

This one is a bit too complicated to answer online. You need to ask the lawyer and probably get your own lawyer to make sure things are handled...

Speak to an accountant with experience with Philadelphia taxes. I believe that since you are not residents you don't owe the SIT (School income...

Can beneficiary designation be contested?

The other attorneys are correct. It is difficult to challenge a beneficiary designation - I would dare to say it is nearly impossible although...

Can I receive a settlement for resigning as trustee

I think you need a lawyer right away. You just posted on the internet that you are considering stepping down as trustee so that someone can (and...

What is Probate Wills?

That is not exactly a term and it is also a very broad subject so perhaps you can ask a more specific question? A will is a document where a person...

If the brother is the only heir he would receive all property in the estate. Assuming there is no need to sell property to satisfy debts, the...

My mother just passed, should i transfer her funds to my bank acct to protect her funds. i have poa and am executor.

You need to hire an attorney in Philadelphia who handles probate. While it may not be a "difficult" estate there are many steps to take in...

What happens if the executor sells property that surrogate judge awarded to me?

You can file a court action to go after the items or proceeds from the items...depending on the value (either real or sentimental) of the property...