My mother hammy name on the deed with a life estate for her. She passed away. Do I need a new deed

Generally, I agree with your mother's attorney. If you have that deed and her death certificate, that should be sufficient to verify your...

My mother hadvmy name on the deed for her home with a life estate for her. She passed away. Do I need a new deed

Generally, I agree with your mother's attorney. If you have that deed and her death certificate, that should be sufficient to verify your...

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Do a financial power of attorney need to be recorded in probated court?

The financial power of attorney is valid as long as it was properly executed in accordance with your state's requirements (witnesses, notary,...

Can I ask to see my father's trust?

I agree with Mr. Phipps. If your father is living, then you have no right to see the trust unless you are a current beneficiary. Otherwise, you...

Heirs of property who do not agree on tenents

You need to consult with an estate planning/probate and/or real estate attorney who practices in the area where the property is located. If you...

Questionable wording in a petition for administration and appointment of personal representative (Iowa)?

Without being able to review the paperwork personally, it is difficult to provide proper guidance. However, based upon the information provided,...

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What happens to an estate and the deceased's belongings when there is no executor?

If your father passed away without a will, his assets will be probated according to the state's intestacy scheme (the state where your father...

Previously i asked about small estate wills in probate

There is no telling how much it may cost to contest a will. However, considering that will contests normally involve judicial rulings, it may cost...

Can anyone contest the will? its clearly named to me

I agree with the prior post. Anyone with proper "standing" can contest the will and there are many different theories under which someone can...

My dad passed away in May 2010. He was a resident of CA at the time of his death, but the estate is in probate court in NY beca

Your question is actually highly involved and really can't be properly addressed in this fashion. I highly recommend that you hire an estate...