How long do I have to open the estate and what about a state recovery program

The estate and the debts will still be there when you are ready I'm sure!

Why do I need to pay a % of value of estate to an attorney who wrote the will for my deceased husband in a wrongful death case?

There must be some missing facts here. If you are the executor it is your choice who represents you. Typically as executor you would have...

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How do I get Power of Attorney after my son unexpectedly passed away. He had never been married and had no children or assets.

Since he passed, this is not a power of attorney issue. As a parent (if he had no spouse/children) you would be the natural person to be named...

Who takes over the estate if the executor has passed away?

Firstly she should see a lawyer as it will makes things much easier. Second, the will likely specifies who the backup executor is. If not, then...

When settling an estate w/ stock and it isn't going through probate what date do you use to determine the value of the assets?

Typically for most purposes (probate inventory, death tax returns) the date of death value is used for valuation of assets. Capital gains on...

What specific words in a "power of attorney" document make it a "durable power of attorney"?

I agree it is better to consult with a lawyer. That said, I highly doubt the medical provider would give you anything other than a durable power of...

If I paid for my car with cash and I owe no money on it, can the state take it to pay my credit car debts when I die?

If your car is owned by you only, it is part of your estate. Your estate is responsible (along with other assets - bank accounts, home) for any...

You need to speak to an attorney in your area or local tot he probate. However I think I can safely say that it is a basic duty of the executor to...

If my husband and I were to do individual will, and we have different guardians listed. What happens if we both die?

I would urge you in the strongest possible terms to do your estate planning together or at least consult with one another/eachother's lawyers...

My landlord turned off my water service 2 months ago. he is no longer the owner and won't tell me who is?

If the house was transferred by deed to a new owner there should be a deed on record - that would be a place to start to find the new owner.