Depending on the complexity of the estate (number of assets, etc., number of transactions) the filing of the accounting can be a bit beyond most...

Should I get a lawyer and open an estate proceeding?

I do not practice in your state, so take this with a grain of salt. However, yes, it sounds as though you need to raise an estate. If debt is...

Asked about how to take over Dad's house if smthng happened. Told a Trust is best way. Would he have to transfer home to trust?

If you are asking the question of can your father's house be transferred into a living trust and can someone else manage it? Then yes. You can...

If i have a step-son and my husband dies, how long does he remain my step-son?

If I understand your questions properly, you are asking if a person who made a will (albeit a long time ago) and names a specific person as...

Does being adopted negate my right to my birth fathers estate?

In New Jersey I just completed an adult adoption (not sure if you were adopted as a minor or adult). In that case the (now adult) child retains...

Its difficult to answer this question based on the facts given, but if it is a living trust/pour over will set up then the will would not...

I posted a question about my moms will and appriciate all answers. It was suggested that my son(beneficiary) should request a

The shortest and simplest answer: Yes. As his mother you are the guardian of his assets and should be able to request it. I would write a letter...

You need to hire a lawyer who specializes in tax controversy work and file what's called an Innocent Spouse Relief application. Go to IRS.gov and...

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My aunt died 15 months ago without a will in Pa. Another aunt, my brother , and I were named as beneficiaries and a cousin was

You need to hire an attorney to compel an accounting or distribution.

Is it normal for a funeral home to charge for a full blown funeral and memorial service if there is no will specifying otherwise

Sounds like you have several issues. Firstly, the person arranging the funeral can specify what is to be done to keep costs down so if you signed...