How do I find out if I was left something in a will?

Three weeks is not very long in the probate world. As was stated, once the will is probated it is public record and you can obtain a copy - if you...

Would I get the house in a few years?

I also agree with the other attorneys who answered. Remember that although the relationship with the trustee may be amicable now, it may not hurt...

Can an executor decide what the decedent meant by "equal distribution" of inheritance?

I agree with the other attorneys. Good planning includes provisions indicating that the loan is meant to be paid back to the decedent or her...

I have a Letter of Administration from The DC Probate Court my deceased Aunt owned Land in Louisa County VA

An estate has one location, which is the residence of the decedent at death. It sounds as though Dc was the residence at death so the probate was...

There are a number of issues you raise here and you need an attorney to review the situation and inform you of your rights and time is always...

How best to transfer real estate to limit/avoid estate taxes in Texas before 2013 change in tax rate and lifetime gift exemption

I would act quickly to contact an estate planning attorney in your area. The most complicated part of what you are proposing is the valuation of...

My llc owes back sales tax to the dor, and the city. is there any way for me to dissolve the company?

Sales tax is typically considered a "trust fund" tax which means that the "responsible person" (owner of the business) is personally liable for the...

If it was a contract signed by him alone, it is a debt of his estate only and not a debt of yours. Depending on the status of his estate, they may...

Can I contest an insurance policy settlement if my name is not on it?

I agree that the money paid to your sister as beneficiary is legally hers and was always hers. The issue is, if, upon her receipt of those funds,...

What you propose is probably a good idea or at least acceptable. Remember, your job as executor is to protect and preserve assets and make sure...