Edward Samuel Clay's Answers (38)

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If a will was gave to a non family member does a step child have any claim, or leg to stand on? if we do how do i start?

Edward's answer | Answered on November 16, 2012

Insurance companies pay life insurance claims to those who are the highest named surviving beneficiary. If the death benefit was paid it is likely...

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Florida Probate

Edward's answer | Answered on November 16, 2012

Is the lawyer really saying that all the paperwork has to flow through her office so that she can properly track the administration? I think that...

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Probate question?

Edward's answer | Answered on November 16, 2012

If a personal representative makes a material misrepresentation of fact to the Orphans Court or Register of Wills, it may be grounds for removal of...

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House in life estate and she wants to give it back to husbands children. There is unpaid tax lien against it. What do we do?

Edward's answer | Answered on November 15, 2012

What Thomas said can't be understated - you need to act immediately or risk losing the house. A tax sale creates a new chain of title, leaving all...

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To transfer names/owners, would a quitclaim deed be wise for my sister and I - who both equally inherited our mother's house?

Edward's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

There is more to consider here than just the preparation and recording of a deed. You should consult an attorney who is familiar with transferring...

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Should I attempt to represent myself in front of the Orphans Court, on a final accounting objection?

Edward's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

I agree with the prior answers and suggest that you consult with counsel before lodging any objections to determine whether you have a basis to...

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Is gifted jewlery in a will counted as part of the total estate value?

Edward's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

To pile on and make it further unamimous, I agree that without express instructions to count the specific distribution toward your overall share of...

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How do I obtain account information on my UTMA fund that my dad is the custodian of in a different state?

Edward's answer | Answered on July 31, 2012

Under Maryland law, since you are over the age of 13 you can petition the court to order that funds be released to you to cover college expenses. ...

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