Actually, it wasn't used because there was no room. It was used because under the old common law a woman did have a legal identity other than...

There's not really a legal question here. Clearly a search should have been made by someone in the family shortly after his death to determine if a...

You should contact the lawyer whose name and contact information is on the document you received. She could tell you if anyone is interested in...

If possible you need to find the decedent's next of kin. They can take charge of the possessions and any financial matters.

If your grandmother had a will and it has been filed with the Court you should have been given a copy. Go to the courthouse and ask for the clerk...

I agree that it's best to contact the lawyer who may or may not know what the executor is up to.

The applicable statute is Disposition of Human Remains § 62-5-703 - Order in which rights to control vest. The statute says you and your sister...

You all need to see a probate lawyer. There may be more than the house that needs to be dealt with. If there are debts, the house may come into the...

If you don't know where her will is, you can go to the lawyer who drafted it for her. The lawyer might have a copy. It's best for you to find the...

I agree that quitclaim deeds do not expire. So am curious about your question. If the QC is properly executed and filed, then your aunt's legal...