You cannot begin collecting rent personally, but if you open and estate and are appointed by the Court to be the Personal Representative, you can...

Sorry you find yourselves in this situation. There is no simple solution to the issues you raise. Sadly this scenario illustrates why it is vital...

It is possible to hire an attorney for this type of lawsuit on a contingency basis, but it is unlikely that you'll find an attorney willing to do...

Unfortunately, regardless of the value of the claim, the claim on behalf of the estate can only be filed by a court-appointed Personal...

A court probate proceeding is necessary to both gain access to the bank account and deal with bills related to an asset such as a home. Depending...

No unless your business name is the name of your corporation or LLC. If you have a corporate or LLC entity through which you do business, you can,...

Consent is not required in probate, but the proper manner of serving a reluctant heir is necessary when an heir won't consent. This is a situation...

Yes, unless and until they pay your claim, you are entitled to and the Personal Representative's attorney has an obligation to send you a copy of...

Assuming the home was her residence at the time of her death and she is leaving the home to family who are heirs at law, her home is exempt from...

Unlike auto titles or bank accounts, the term "or" in a deed does not make either owner the sole owner, either prior to or after death. This is a...