Can I file my own summary of administration form ? after my mother passed I kept paying the house insurance.

Unfortunately, Florida law says that a lawyer must file the paperwork related to probate. $2,000 is a fairly standard price, but there are other...

My two sons are my primary beneficiary to my 401K plan, if I re-marry how is the distribution divided in case of my death?

I disagree with the first two answers. A 401(k) is a defined contribution/benefit plan that is governed by ERISA because your employer contributes...

The homestead owner cannot transfer the homestead, nor can he encumber the homestead without the spouse's signature (unless there was a pre-nup or...

Florida attorney has custody of Florida Will. Testator moved to North Carolina four years ago. Where to file will?

I agree with the other two answers about having to file the Will and do the primary probate administration in NC; however, you asked if a Florida...

Lawyer said it was okay for me to have my grandmother's car, now he says it is not okay. What can be done now?

I suggest you talk to the lawyer and find out why he says it is not okay for you to have the car. By you taking the car without paying for it, the...

My grandmother died about a year and left me about 60,000.00 USD. I had no idea she had that kind of money; she actually left 30

Whether you can get a full distribution of the money now depends entirely on what the Will says. Whoever the personal representative/trustee is...

Asset protection

In addition to the fraudulent conveyance issue that Mr. Fromm mentioned, you would also potentially have a gift tax issue as well as a title...

Can I will my house to my children if my husband is still living?

Mr. Lewis and Mr. Frank are correct. If you own the house in your own name when you die, your husband will be entitled to live in it for the rest...