If this is an ancillary administration--anther probate was started elsewhere--the PR where that probate was started is the PR for Florida purposes....

What steps do I take to obtain assets of deceased absent father?

Contact a probate attorney who may be willing to research your father's situation before he charges you. If he finds there are assets, he may...

How do I get title of a truck in my name so I can sell it??

Sorry for your loss. Do you have anything in writing from your brother showing he owed you this money? Do you have any cancelled checks? ...

Does a PR in FL have authority to collect a decedent’s assets whose estate is being administered in FL but has NY bank accts.?

Yes the PR has the authority, Her letters of administration should be sufficient to do this. The banks just want to be assured there are no taxes...

What do I need to do to protect my mom's assets if I have to put her in a nursing home?

Although an estate planner might be able to help, I'd recommend someone who specializes in Elder Law. I do both, but the disciplines are different...

Who determines if probate needs to be opened?

The attorney is best able to determine if it's necessary to open a probate. he or she can explain to the PR what is needed and why.

Have you tried to go to the tag agency (tax collector) and tell them you're husband died and you'd like to put the car title in your name? Most of...

If mom gave me written notarize permission then made a will does my permission still stands

You will need to hire an attorney to possibly challenge the Will or assert a contractual right that you may allege the Will breaches. Either way...

Should probate be filed in each state where there is property owned?

If Florida property was in joint names, no need to open a probate. Even if it's in his name only, an ancillary probate would be needed, unless his...

There are several issues here. How was the account titled? Did the eldest have a POA or other authorization to spend mom's money. Was there...