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I inherited 5 percent of an estate. She passed away in August. Where can I find information about the distribution?

Ruth's answer | Answered on November 03, 2015

You should receive an inventory of all estate assets, An estate is obligated to pay creditors and costs of administration prior to distributions. ...

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Can I contest this?

Ruth's answer | Answered on October 27, 2015

I suggest that you consult a local estate attorney and provide him or her with a copy of the contract.

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How do I force a bank to honor a POA without all the run arounds.?

Ruth's answer | Answered on October 27, 2015

It depends on the POA and what it provides. Properly prepared and executed POAs should be honored. The law changed in 2011 and provided for...

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Stepfather dies leaving trust. sister is executor. do I have a right to a copy of trust and financials, banking etc.

Ruth's answer | Answered on October 27, 2015

An executor handles probate - not trust - matters. A trustee handles trust matters. You have a right to a copy of the trust ONLY if you are a...

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Is it standard procedure to send a ligitmate will to probate, If no one is contesting it and a trust company is named.

Ruth's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

Wills are supposed to be filed with the probate court even if there will be no probate. Depending on the assets in the estate, it may be necessary...

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How can I get back stolen inheritance for my father?

Ruth's answer | Answered on October 22, 2015

Your father will need a probate or litligation attorney to pursue this matter. Please have him consult an attorney ASAP.

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Unmarried couple estate dispute, my significant other died without a will and her estate is claiming jointly owned property

Ruth's answer | Answered on October 21, 2015

You should contact an estate attorney and take proof of ownership to your conference.

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Does the Executor of ones estate have to lodge the will with Probate Court after ones dies? Is it public knowledge?

Ruth's answer | Answered on October 21, 2015

whoever has a will must file it with the probate court; it could be a family member, executor, attorney, etc.

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A friend of 40 years promised me $10,000 upon her death for our sons college fund. She said it was listed in her will.

Ruth's answer | Answered on October 21, 2015

A will must be filed with the probate court in the county where your friend lived. If you are a beneficiary, you should receive a copy of the will...

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When my father died intestate, my uncle appointed my sister executor but did not file with the court. Is this legal?

Ruth's answer | Answered on October 21, 2015

Only the court can appoint an executor and each beneficiary is entitled to an inventory and accounting. It appears that everything your sister did...

Ruth Elaine McMahon's Answers (5791)

I inherited 5 percent of an estate. She passed away in August. Where can I find information about the distribution?

Can I contest this?

How do I force a bank to honor a POA without all the run arounds.?

Stepfather dies leaving trust. sister is executor. do I have a right to a copy of trust and financials, banking etc.

Is it standard procedure to send a ligitmate will to probate, If no one is contesting it and a trust company is named.

How can I get back stolen inheritance for my father?

Unmarried couple estate dispute, my significant other died without a will and her estate is claiming jointly owned property

Does the Executor of ones estate have to lodge the will with Probate Court after ones dies? Is it public knowledge?

A friend of 40 years promised me $10,000 upon her death for our sons college fund. She said it was listed in her will.

When my father died intestate, my uncle appointed my sister executor but did not file with the court. Is this legal?