Do I need a estate attorney to sell a house

You don't HAVE to but you SHOULD. Especially if there are other beneficiaries who may ask questions, you would be better served as part of your...

Why are some estate cases handled both testate & intestate & there was a will?

I don't know that I understand the question, but it is possible (although unusual) that a will might not speak to every issue or asset, and...

Can a person get power of attorney over someone's business because the owner is an alcoholic.

I don't think the other answers really explain a couple of important principles: 1. If a person is deemed to legally not be able to make decisions...

Can I claim unclaimed property for my deceased son?

Depending on the amount this will probably be handled by a small estate probate procedure. The unclaimed property people may tell you the general...

Do I need a Will to guide our son`s ( US citizen by birth and both parents are on US visa ) upbringing in native country

Hello. This is a good question and one I commonly handle. Yes you need a will and because of the international issues it would be helpful to have...

A deed must be prepared transferring ownership from the estate to the beneficiaries in compliance with local law / transfer tax, recording...

Ms. Santaella is correct. From your account of the facts it appears you and your brother own a house in NC as tenants in common. For you and your...

MY MOTHER QUIT CLAIM DEEDED HER HOME TO ME IN 2011 2 WEEKS BEFORE SHE PASSED AWAY.I SOLD THE PROPERTY 1 WEEK AGO.MY TAX PERSON

Because your mother gifted it to you during her life, you did not get stepped-up basis meaning you have a capital gain for the difference between...

Unable to settle our parents estate because one want,s to be the top (Dog).

Typically, both administrators would hire counsel together and then there is no issue with legal bills being paid from the estate. However both...

Does a will over ride next of kin when it comes to a loved ones burial?

Your state has a unique set of laws different than most other states in the US so you should consult a local attorney. NJ, for example, has a...