A personal representative has the ability to request the deceased's medical records, but may feel there is no need for them. You may be able to...

Spouse sets up life estate after marriage deeding home to kids from 1st marriage current spouse file a claim on property/estate?

This is another situation that could have been remedied by proper joint estate planning. Nevertheless, dealing with the present; apparently there...

How do I go about getting my share that has been specified in the will the exetrix wil not speak to me I cant afford an attorney

You already have your answer from the Court and the estate's attorney. When the judge gives you such an instruction, it is best to follow it. ...

As explained by Attorney Davis, the right to occupy is a lesser possessory interest than a life estate. Handwritten wills (called holographic...

The man that I new as my grandfather from the day I was born has passed away and had no will can his family take everything.

We need more information to accurately answer your question and you need to discuss the matter with an attorney for specific advice. It appears...

I am my late father's ONLY child, my half brother wants everything, can he do this? If so how?

This is precisely the type of situation for a probate attorney to step in and put some order back into the chaos. Hire an attorney who practices...

What do i have to do to get back legal papers i sent to brother to sign, but he want send them back to me?

It is difficult to tell if you are asking about a court required document or one that a beneficiary has the option to sign or not. Are you the...

My stepfather passed away him and my mom were never married but lived together 19yrs they own property in P.R. He left no will?

I agree that you will need to consult with probate/real estate counsel in both the place of residence and in Puerto Rico. Since there was no will,...

My father died about 3 months ago, he did not leave a will and his name is not on my birth certificate. My father has always

Find a qualified probate attorney who practices in the county where your father resided and that attorney can assist you in proving the paternity. ...

My mom owes over half a million in medical debt. Will her assets all go towards paying (part of) it off?

In general, the life insurance will pass directly to the beneficiaries, unless there is some limited exception. The joint bank accounts may pass...

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