What rights do I have?

As you mentioned, this type of property is usually called heir property. In Alabama, there are two ways of handling this type of situation. One...

How do I find out if my deceased mother had a will?

I'm sorry for your loss. It's unfortunate that you step-father has taken this attitude. If he's actively refusing to tell you if she had a will,...

Which legal markets have the most trust and estate jobs for newly minted lawyers?

I love practicing in the trusts and estates field. It is a demanding area that exposes you to a wide variety of legal fields in addition to the...

Which surviving member has the authority to finalize his business?

I'm sorry for your loss. Generally, I agree with the other attorneys, but I'm writing to let you know that the priorities for who serves as...

How do we go about probating his will since my half-sister refuses to produce it?

I'm sorry you're having this issue. First, if your father died less than two years ago, they should not be able to sell the house. List it? Yes. ...

Can changes to a Will be possibly made through probate and additional forms as such that I am being requested to sign?

I always advise my clients to read the will and probate documents before signing anything in a probate estate. Like the other answering attorneys,...

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I'm sorry for the difficulty you're having. The bottom line answer to your question is that it is usually difficult to apply the doctrine of...

Both my parents recently passed away. Mom in March and Dad just now in November. They appointed me as exectur of their wills.

Because they passed in Missouri, you should repost this in Missouri.

I'm sorry that you're having this problem. I think whether your dad's will still exists may be irrelevant in most circumstances. The people...

My Father passed away in April and I need a probate lawyer but can't pay them until after I collect on the life insurance poloci

This issue is not too uncommon. Many attorneys will work you to arrange payment of a retainer once life insurance proceeds or other funds are...