My Dad died with out a will. Does his current wife and her daughter receive everything?

It is a common misconception that the surviving spouse automatically inherits everything. As Mr. Hirschman indicates, this is not the case. ...

What action do I need to take for a house that is in my ex-husband's and my names, who recently died without a will?

As Ms. McNicholas indicates, it is important that you address this situation sooner rather than later. You do not indicate whether you ex-husband...

Recently my father passed away.. My sister is the executor of the will and I am the co-executor. I have a few questions for you.

You obviously have a very difficult situation. As co-executor of the will, you have not only the right but the obligation to be involved in every...

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As Mr. Whalen indicates, there is no specific allowable amount. Legally it must be fair and reasonable. If called upon to review the amount paid...

Pennsylvania Ancillary Probate - Can't get executrix to transfer interest in Real Property to heirs/beneficiaries.

The heirs need to get together and hire an attorney to file a petition with the Court to force the Executor to distribute the assets.

I do not believe PDOT will permit you to title a motor vehicle in the name of a trust. You should be able to sell them without retitling and use...

How does one find out if their estranged spouse was a beneficiary of a will?

One minor comment on the advice offered by Ms. White. You need to call the probate court in the county where the decedent resided, not the county...

You should attempt to proceed under Section 3101(b) of the Probate, Estates and Fiduciary Code. It permits a bank (and other specified financial...

Can a family member contest the beneficiary of brokerage accounts?

There are some very recent cases dealing with this issue. There are several factors which could affect the answer, although I would generally say...

Where do I file a petition for the probate court, for my mother, should she demise.

The other attorneys have provided you with very good advice. Provided you mother is competent, she should meet with an attorney and discuss the...