First, my condolences. It's never easy to lose both parents. Have you searched for a possible trust document? Have you researched the deed? Have...

First, I am glad that you are stopping to ask for guidance before doing anything. Second, please note, unless you have an attorney review the Trust...

I think it's very admirable that you want to be loyal to your friend! If that attorney is also licensed and well-versed with the applicable...

First of all, my condolences regarding your spouse. It is so difficult to lose a loved one and then face all the economic and legal issues...

Kudos to you, not only for posting this question but taking the time to respond to each attorney, all of which provided excellent and clear...

First, this is definitely NOT an Estate Planning issue. I moved this to Probate, as you indicated that your husband is now deceased. Second, as you...

My deepest condolences regarding the passing of your father. Intestacy statutes (when a person dies without a Will) clearly indicate who will...

First, my condolences. It is hard enough to lose a parent without having to deal with legal matters, on top of it. Second, unfortunately this is a...

First, kudos to you for even understanding that, if possible, probate can be avoided and should be for many reasons. Second, I changed the area of...

First, to ensure that you receive more direct responses, I changed the area of law for you to Probate. Possibly both, in answer to your question....