It sounds like you are asking this question not because it is happening but what if it happens. I agree with the other attorneys' answers. but...

In a Probate matter that is in its second year in the probate court, do values in the appraisal have to be updated?

No, the date of death value is the inventory value. It also becomes the new tax basis so that when the property later sells, the gain or loss is...

Is it legal for a lawyer to set up a charitable trust and then also become the executor of that trust.

If you really feel strongly about this, I suggest you contact an attorney to look into this for you and advise you about it. There are too many...

Probate attorneys

I agree with David's response. I would also add that the attorney is working for the PR. The PR should be able to have a conversation with the...

How can i find my grandmas will?

If a will has not been offered for probate, you can probably contact the County Bar Association and ask if they can send out an email to members...

You need to look at the actual ownership of the 3 investments. You suggest that they held ownership as joint tenants. For survivorship rights,...

POD on a CD?

I am never surprised at what I hear from banks. Contact the Bank and press for better answers. Speak to someone higher up the chain of command...

The accountant needs your social security number for the preparation of the final 1041. Any net income or expenses of the estate will be reported...

Probate & payment of debts - is there a sequence?

I am amazed you have gotten this far without an attorney. I strongly suggest you retain the services of an attorney to advise you. There are a...

Certainly you should not be pressured to sign a waiver until you are satisfied. As to the additional cost of waiting, I am not sure what that may...