My brother left my sister a percentage of his rental home. She passed five months before my brother. What happens to her gift?

The answer depends on the exact language in the document as explained-the document probably had language that offered a contingent beneficiary if...

How can I get verification from bank about checks written from my deceased fathers' estate to grandchildren , violating Tn. law.

I would be concerned if a sibling's name was "listed" on the deceased fathers checking account. It could be a joint account which would give the...

I agree with my colleagues and would also answer YES(as explained),

Do I need to contest a inheritance?

Without a will-the state statues will control and the executor will be in charge of the estate. Ask the executor his/her intentions regarding the...

How likely is it to have a will that was changed in 2010 thrown out & the original reinstated?

The most common reason for contesting a will are undue influence and/or incompetence. If you can prove one or the other-you win.

I agree with that you need to discuss other options like a Living Trust with an Attorney to develop a plan that would work in ILL.

Will I have to pay if...

You might have to pay a minimal fee for copy costs and higher fees for x-Rays etc.

Can I renounce a succession on behalf of my adult brother who I am the legal guardian for?

Do you have an attorney representing you concerning the guardianship? If so-you should seek advice from your attorney. It would seem that you...

Do I need to set up a trust to avoid probate in Florida? Or will my assets pass easily to my beneficiaries with a simple will?

I think a Living Trust is a great option to avoid probate. Wills go through probate if the deceased had assets just in their name-a funded trust...

How do you find out if a will was altered?

You need to hire an estate planning/probate attorney immediately to protect your interest as suggested.