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Does NJ law require a will to be probated and what is the time frame to contest it?

Steven's answer | Answered on December 11, 2012

As you seem to indicate knowledge of it is very possible that the assets were joint or that your mother had a Power of attorney over dad and was...

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As a receipient of a inheritance in the state of Minnesota do I have the legal right to know what is going on in the will? There

Steven's answer | Answered on December 11, 2012

Yes. If you do not get a response from the executor or the executor's attorney you might consider hiring your own attorney.

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In contesting a Will, what assets are considered?

Steven's answer | Answered on December 11, 2012

Since you are represented by an attorney you really should consult with him and clarify the issues. He surely has a better handle on the issues...

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I fell on the steps of the tax office got whiplash and they say they are not responcail

Steven's answer | Answered on December 11, 2012

You need to review your case with a local personal injury attorney to determine your rights. The county is not going to go out of its way to pay...

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Erroneous $100,000 tax lien from 1999. How can I clear this??

Steven's answer | Answered on December 11, 2012

This is just one reason why daytrading is tricky, as all the transactions show up on the 1099s with no cost basis info - this is why you need the...

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My grandfather recently died with no will, very little money (not even enough to cremate him) and no life insurance.

Steven's answer | Answered on December 10, 2012

Is your mom his surviving spouse or were they divorced? If they are divorced she is not next of kin. If the estate truly is insolvent it may be...

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What will the new estate tax rate be January 1 ????

Steven's answer | Answered on December 10, 2012

It is both the tax "exemption" and tax "rate" you are worried about. Under current law, the current individual estate/gift tax exemption of $5.12...

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I have a case for my father who has passed from mesotheloma.

Steven's answer | Answered on December 06, 2012

Sounds like you need to discuss things with your lawyer or retain a new lawyer. Also it is MEDICAID not Medicare.

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Do I have to pay inheritence tax on house that has my name and deceased spouse and also VA fiduciary account?

Steven's answer | Answered on December 06, 2012

If the decedent was a PA resident then PA law applies. If an account or asset was joint with right of survivorship it is not subject to probate. ...

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My question is about what would constitute "legal residency" when filing for probate.

Steven's answer | Answered on December 06, 2012

I agree with Mr. Brophy - the law on this is generally regarding the deceased's "intent to return." I can go on a trip anywhere and die there, it...

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Does NJ law require a will to be probated and what is the time frame to contest it?

As a receipient of a inheritance in the state of Minnesota do I have the legal right to know what is going on in the will? There

In contesting a Will, what assets are considered?

I fell on the steps of the tax office got whiplash and they say they are not responcail

Erroneous $100,000 tax lien from 1999. How can I clear this??

My grandfather recently died with no will, very little money (not even enough to cremate him) and no life insurance.

What will the new estate tax rate be January 1 ????

I have a case for my father who has passed from mesotheloma.

Do I have to pay inheritence tax on house that has my name and deceased spouse and also VA fiduciary account?

My question is about what would constitute "legal residency" when filing for probate.