Is witnessing a will after a person dies and then back dating it to when the person was alive illegal?

Yes that is terrible unethical and improper. I don't know if there could be a criminal charge or not but certainly civil remedies exist and the...

My mother has a will. Who has the right to view it? Is it only my mother and the executor, or can all the children view it?

Generally even a beneficiary under a will does not have the right to view the will while the testator (will- maker) is alive. However you are...

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While I am not sure of the specific answer to this question - I think the answer is no by the way. I would suggest contacting the IRS to ask for...

What kind of lawyer do I need when I am trying to be the guardian of my child's estate for an insurance payout?

The policy may allow for an UTMA distribution. If not, a guardian of the estate of the minor's property needs to be appointed by the Orphans Court....

What can I do to remove 2 co-trustee's so that my 2 brother's and I can receive the money without them dictating how we spend it

If there is a trust, the co-trustees have a fiduciary duty to follow the terms of the trust. Simply because you do not like it, does not mean you...

How can I best negotiate an IRS lien attached to my property?

As far as the IRS goes there is usually not much you can do to "cut a deal" unless it is an offer in compromise which as mentioned will take time. ...

Can a beneficiary make a claim against an estate?

The will would have to be reviewed to determine how the bequest is interpreted. If the house is part of the residue and the amount of money is a...

Would my estranged step brother be able to take half of my mothers estate?

The most likely result: As to the will (which only applies to probate property) the wife will have a claim to at least the elective share (in most...

My husband has an irrevocable trust and his uncles are the trustees. He wants to withdawl from the trust look at further details

Mr. Masiuk is an excellent attorney and gave you a good answer. I am also not sure if your reference tot he "Trust" then a "will" is by accident...

Would I be able to sue a former employer for having to attend court for their business issues?

If you were doing something in your capacity as an employee you may have what is known as a wage and hour claim. I would contact the state agency...