Does my father in FL need a state specific will?

Florida has specific probate laws that differ greatly from PA. Most people would benefit from at least a review of their estate planning after 30...

How do I find out what was in a will of deceased family member, privately?

The other attorneys are correct that you should be able to obtain a copy of the will and perhaps an inventory from the probate office in the county...

You should hire an attorney to consult with about these questions. Most estates remain open a minimum of 12 months, usually longer for the final...

If you live in NY and you have tax debt from taxation and finance(sales tax), can you move in another state to avoid to pay?

No. Good try.

Can my daughter's father claim her on his 2013 taxes if he isn't up to date on child support by the end of December?

The fact that he is not up to date on Child Support doesn't effect him claiming the dependent if 1.) she meets the criteria 2.) you don't have some...

You appear to have a number of issues in that you are suggesting assets are being hidden? 1. She is entitled to a commission for her work as...

I need help getting my sisters safety deposit box from the bank

Is there an executor or administrator of the estate? If not that is the first step to handle her estate assets such as a safe deposit box. There...

No money in estate to pay taxes.

What type of tax? What do you mean by "estate taxes" - do you mean Federal Estate Tax or Income tax of an estate?

In Montgomery County, PA (or any PA County), does the executor of a will have to show up to file for letters?

I have never seen a case where the executor didn't have to show up, although I suppose it is possible.

You have the general steps correct, but just to be sure you have done everything correct (namely handling the creditors and not paying them out of...