Questions answered by Douglas Ron Coenson

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Do I need to probate my mother's will?

Douglas's answer | Answered on April 27, 2009

Probate is not just about distributing property. Depending on the size of estate, debt owed, etc., creditors need to be notified. Additionally...

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We are married and I own the home by myself, so if I were to pass away would the home go to my wife if there is no will?

Douglas's answer | Answered on April 27, 2009

I recommend contacting an estate planning attorney in your local area. For one, California is a community property state, as such, depending on...

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Estate Question

Douglas's answer | Answered on April 27, 2009

I strongly recommend you contact an estate planning attorney in your local area. There are complexities to plan for when an estate involves...

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Where can I get information on estate executor responsibilities?

Douglas's answer | Answered on April 27, 2009

Duties of the executor of an estate are typically governed by the state where the decedent last resided. Rules can be found in the Probate Code...

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Am I entitled as mother to half my daughter's estate if she had no will when she died?

Douglas's answer | Answered on April 27, 2009

It would depend on how property was titled and the particular laws of your state. I recommend consulting with an attorney in your area immediately.

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What should an executor due if the debts due on an estate are greater than the worth of the estate?

Douglas's answer | Answered on April 27, 2009

If the Personal Representative (Excecutor) has hired an attorney, he should work with his attorney. Florida Statutes provides rules on which...

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How do I become executor to an estate?

Douglas's answer | Answered on April 24, 2009

You can Petition the court but whomever is named in the will (if there is one) will be the preferred executor in the court's eyes. If you are...

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I am my mother's executor. Her will provides for her estate to be devided equally to three children. How will I do this?

Douglas's answer | Answered on April 24, 2009

Based on your questions, I strongly recommend you consult with a probate attorney in your area. Answering how to properly probate an estate via an...

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Do I need to secure a lawyer for a testate estate (will) proceeding?

Douglas's answer | Answered on April 23, 2009

Some states require using an attorney for filing probate, but even in states not requiring an attorney, it is recommended. Probate can be...

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Can I refuse to be named a beneficiary for my mothers will?

Douglas's answer | Answered on April 23, 2009

Contact an attorney in your area and inquire about filing an ademption (legal instrument used for revoking or refusing a gift). Rules for properly...

Douglas Ron Coenson's Answers (585)

Do I need to probate my mother's will?

We are married and I own the home by myself, so if I were to pass away would the home go to my wife if there is no will?

Estate Question

Where can I get information on estate executor responsibilities?

Am I entitled as mother to half my daughter's estate if she had no will when she died?

What should an executor due if the debts due on an estate are greater than the worth of the estate?

How do I become executor to an estate?

I am my mother's executor. Her will provides for her estate to be devided equally to three children. How will I do this?

Do I need to secure a lawyer for a testate estate (will) proceeding?

Can I refuse to be named a beneficiary for my mothers will?