Probate estate

It may depend on your mother's will if she had one...but generally if you are living there and don't own the house (or all of it) since the estate...

Can my step-dad's estate refuse to pay me my inheritance because of this?

I agree with Mr. Whalen. Doesn't sound like he can do what he is doing - but he may be able to put you through the ringer.

Mother died intestate. Step-father is fudiciary. What right does stepson have to inheritance from Mother's estate.

If the will was not executed it has no bearing. I have attached a link to CT Probate (intestacy) which indicates when there are children not of...

Confusing Will language

The clause you are referring to is the tax allocation clause. A lawyer would have to read everything in context, but usually the language you are...

Can I update document making me executor without a lawyer?

You probably can - you just have to decide if that is a good idea. Usually the probate offices are helpful so you may want to ask them first...

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After IRS lawyer answered my small case petition in Tax Court, how much time do I have to prepare for my meeting with Appeals?

I agree with the other attorneys, to get a lawyer. The scheduling will usually be at least a couple months out so you should have time to prepare...

Do i file probate to be a representative with will or without will

Show the documents and info you have to an attorney - a determination may need to be made if it is a legitimate will and if the probate court will...

Blended family will that gives everything to spouse then after spouse dies it is split between our children. joint will?

Meet with an estate planning attorney in your area - what you are contemplating is likely going to be accomplished using a QTIP (Qualified...

How do I get guardianship of my elderly mother?

You have power of attorney, so you hopefully should not need to initiate a guardianship proceeding. However due to the contentious circumstances...

Can i get a living trust that gives all my estate goes to a friend but such that his wife has no claim to any of it

You as the "giver" want to give an bequest to a friend and you don't want the friend's wife to access it? You can set up certain trust provisions...