How do I find copies of a divorce and marriage certificate, when I have no info when either took place?

Note, even if you divorced you may still be able to qualify for spousal benefits. See this link for more details....

There is no recordation tax when no consideration (i.e., payment) has passed between the parties and the deed states that it is a deed of gift....

Is there a requirement to appraise items specified in a will to go to an individual?

Valuation may be important if there is a Maryland estate tax issue. For deaths in 2014 the amount that may pass estate tax free to...

In funding a living revocable trust, how are joint bank accounts & IRAs handled? Both specify beneficiaries.

Never, ever, ever, ever name your IRAs in trust. Individual retirement accounts must be owned by a person and they exist for the benefit of owners...

A son inherited all from his Mother. He dies a year later intestate. Does his half blood sister (from his father) have a claim

As Mr. Farr cites from the Code, the sister (assuming the son has no spouse, descendants, or parents) is an heir. Under Virginia law,...

I would contact the attorney and explain the situation. He may have forgotten when your daughter turns 18. Call him and let him know. This might...

Ms. Evans is correct. Everything will depend on how your father's assets were titled at his death. All assets in his name without a beneficiary...

I recommend that you reask this question but the next time set your location to New Jersey. That way, a New Jersey lawyer will be able to properly...

Ms. Evans provides excellent advice. I would just like to add that if your mother is competent she can sign a Durable Financial Power of...

Are Executors responsible for the safe keeping of personal items that were mentioned in a will?

In short, yes the executors are responsible for safekeeping and disposing of probate property as outlined under the will. The authority of...

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