How long can a probate attorney keep the estate open even if there was no will.

Having or not having a will is immaterial as to the length of time for probate to proceed. Time is a factor of the complexity of the assets....

If the home is in your sister's name and the bank is willing to allow her to pay the mortgage (and why shouldn't they?), a declination letter is...

I agree with Attorney Deason as to the type of title held by the Trustee - it is only legal title. In order for the Trustee to be able to sell or...

I have been appointed executor and trustee of a friends estate. I would like to know if I should be paid?

If the will does not allow for payment until the child reaches the age of 25, then that is when you will be paid. If that is not acceptable to you,...

Is money set aside when an estate is "frozen"?

If what you say about the other beneficiaries receiving their distributions "immediately" that raises a red flag right there. Most likely,...

My sister set up a trust for my father when he was incompetent, naming her and him as trustee. Is this legal.?

It depends on how the trust is structured and for what purpose it was established. Generally speaking, a beneficiary can also be a trustee,...

Is a life insurance that I received income?

Yes - it will count as an asset in the month you receive it and may make you ineligible for means-tested government health care programs for as...

Most likely not - in most, if not all, developments each property comes with a utility easement for just such occasions - to run cable, electric,...

Do I need to be added to the deed for property

It depends. You haven't really given enough information to answer this question with a "yes" or "no" type answer. I agree with Attorney Deason...

What rights do I have to see mothers will and how to receive items she wanted me to have?

While I cannot speak for your brother, your father is probably overwhelmed at losing his spouse (your mother) and may not even be able to bring...