My father named me as his personal representative on his will . Can i pay a lawyer out of the estate?

In South Carolina all reasonable attorney fees for a probate attorney helping the personal representative can be paid from assets of the deceased...

Does the estate pay for the representatives lawyer?

In South Carolina the probate attorney representing the personal representative can be paid out of estate assets as an expense of the estate for...

My wife's sister has sole power of attorney over their father and my wife suspects fraudulent activity. What can be done?

What can be done depends of the language contained in the power of attorney. When executing a power of attorney it is important to appoint someone...

I'm suppose to recieve the life insurance money my grandma left me, how do I look into that now I'm almost 18?

Make sure that you stay in contact with your aunt and ask her to receive as many details about the insurance proceeds as possible. She may not...

Can I get a copy of my Mother's will if I'm in it? and can I get power of attorney if my sister already has one?

If your mother is still alive you do not have a right to view it if she or does not want you to see it. A new durable power would revoke a previous...

In South Carolina you can act as your own attorney and do a quit claim deed, but it is strongly recommended that you use an attorney to make sure...

How do I determine what's a fair or reasonable offer to settle an investment account before the probate process is complete?

A probate attorney can help come up with or negotiate for a fair settlement and distribution of account. A financial professional such may...

How does the court play a part in the sale of a house in probate? Are lawyers involved?

In South Carolina, the personal representative of the estate usually has the power to sell property. The proceeds would stay in the estate until...

Can you have someone that distance in kin that is a notary public sign your will to hold up in court?

You should always have an estate planning attorney help you when changing or updating a will. In South Carolina acting as a required witness may...

I have a final divorce hearing in a few days, do I have to be there?

If you are a party to a divorce proceeding you should always appear in court no matter how unimportant you may think it is. You should also be...