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My sister is successor of mothers trust. she says that she gets everything in the trust, but will not show us any paperwork it

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 24, 2012

I would get an attorney to write a letter on your behalf in an effort to avoid an estate litigation case based on undue influence and/or...

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Can my step mother break my fathers living trust?

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 24, 2012

It depends. 1-Was there a pre or post marital agreement? 2-Was he competent or under undue influence when he made document. 3-Did the trust take...

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When my mother passes and her home is inherited by 3 children, can one child take lean against the house?

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 24, 2012

You could have a contingent contract with your brother based on him being approved on the loan to purchase you and your sibling's share of the...

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Wrongful Death Settlement

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 24, 2012

I agree with attorney Bates. It does not seem fair that someone like your sister would be treated the same as the rest of the family. Maybe the...

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How much can an executor do without premission of the remaining heirs?

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 24, 2012

In addition to the other answers-you need to consult with an attorney and I would discuss your uncle giving away items to his children. This was...

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Can my boyfriend sue his father for some kind of financial support, or just wait to contest a will?

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 24, 2012

I agree with attorney Frederick. The most common reasons to contest a will are undue influence or incompetence. A parent has no obligation to...

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My father had a living trust with my sister and I as co-executors working jointly. After he died she refused to co-operate with

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 24, 2012

I agree with both attorneys. I doubt you did anything wrong but I think you need an attorney to assist you to finish the trust andinistration.

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My Wifes nieces' father died in malysia. They don't know what to do.

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 24, 2012

Anyone would need to have more information. What state or country did he reside? What assets were owned and where are the located? Did he have a...

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Will my brother,executor to our dads will in NC be legally liable for any claims,when all monies are dispersed?He wll be trustee

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 24, 2012

Your brother will be liable as trustee or executor of any debts of the estate(not personally). He should not distribute the entire estate without...

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If a principal instructs an acting Power of attorney to take reimbursements before paying third parties, can the th acting POA?

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 23, 2012

I would have written contract with mom concerning her wishes to pay or reimburse you for expenses. This will avoid conflict with siblings later.

Joseph Franklin Pippen Jr.'s Answers (10121)

My sister is successor of mothers trust. she says that she gets everything in the trust, but will not show us any paperwork it

Can my step mother break my fathers living trust?

When my mother passes and her home is inherited by 3 children, can one child take lean against the house?

Wrongful Death Settlement

How much can an executor do without premission of the remaining heirs?

Can my boyfriend sue his father for some kind of financial support, or just wait to contest a will?

My father had a living trust with my sister and I as co-executors working jointly. After he died she refused to co-operate with

My Wifes nieces' father died in malysia. They don't know what to do.

Will my brother,executor to our dads will in NC be legally liable for any claims,when all monies are dispersed?He wll be trustee

If a principal instructs an acting Power of attorney to take reimbursements before paying third parties, can the th acting POA?