My father passed away and left a will and signed the original. But now his new wife of almost 2 yrs is Very uncooperative.

Mr. Green is absolutely right. This happens quite often unfortunately and the family is always surprised at this turn of events.

My mother passed away in 2013 and her husband has kept all the utilities in my mothers name...is this legal?

I agree with Ms Bratcher and believe the utilities will change this if notified.

I need an estate attorney

I agree with the other attorney that a NC lawyer will be best for your situation. You should be able to use any NC atty, but call a WA atty and...

I'm disabled and have a special needs trust.

I agree that this is difficult without looking at the documents and it is important to see an attorney who works with trust and a few specialize in...

I agree with Ms. Golden. It is more troublesome for some probate courts to process the probate documents without the death certificate. I'm sure...

Can the value of the real estate be distributed to the person that paid funeral expenses rather than cash from the estate?

I agree with the other attorneys and believe the idea of obtaining approval first is very important before doing this type of transfer

My spouse passes away. She did have a will. I just got refund now made to her estate. Do I need to file for probate to cash

I agree with both of the other attorneys and hopefully Ms Santaella's link will make your process easier.

Is there a need for a second petition of a personal representative on a case due to finding new heirs?

Most jurisdictions will have a process to amend, but the best person to ask is a probate attorney in your state: This forum does not talk about...

I'm sure this may depend on the jurisdiction. In Georgia and Virginia where I practice, it is automatically transferred by will, but until a new...

My mother's will names me as Executor of her estate.

I agree with the other attorneys, but think you would do well to find a probate atty: This forum does not talk about fees or best attorneys. Go...