How do we appoint an overseas guardian for our minor children in our wills?

Just appoint them as suggested. The only problem could be if an argument arose about what would be in the best interest of the children.

Am I responsible for paying hospital bill that was issued 10 months later?

Estate has been settled? What was date of opening of estate with court? Did you have an attorney? Was creditor notice published? What type of...

If he is on the bank accounts-he would be the owner of those accounts-the will only controls what is in the name of the deceased(not accounts with...

Can we win, if written will is not notarized?

Appears to be 5 equal share either way. I doubt that buying groceries or spending time with her would be a valid claim unless something exists in...

What is the best option to protect my assets if I want to leave my house or insurance money for my kids before I am married?

One option is to have a pre-marital agreement. It should be valid if you relocate to another State. Make sure you both are represented by...

Do I need a lawyer. And what to do for a quick deed transfer

I agree with you need an estate planning/probate attorney to start the probate proceeding in order to transfer the real estate.

How is retirement split up if one spouse dies?

You can have a post marital agreement if you both want to waive your rights to the retirement accounts so they can go to your respective children.

Transferring my home to my children through a life estate. Will I be able to do this even though I have a mortgage?

So-you are retaining a life estate and it will pass upon your death to your children? Should be fine. A gift tax should be calculated to advise...

When and to who (PR, estate lawyer or both) should I make the request of an "in kind" distribution of personal property?

The PR is the main person to send the request. The PR should work out the arrangements with the attorney.

My question is when the two years to file an estate status begin, is it from the date of death or probate?

I agree-it starts from the date of probate.