My colleagues have given you spot-on information. Louisiana law is unique in the United States. If you are unfamiliar with the law, it is hard to...

How long does the State of Georgia allow for a will to be settled? It was probated last October. (2012)

I echo the responses of my colleagues. Although it is a good goal to keep the probate process moving, it takes time. In Georgia, a personal...

What do you do if you are executor of a will and a family member will not give you the original copy so you can file probate.

I affirm the responses of my colleagues. More specifically, you may initially file a petition to appoint the executor and probate the will in Knox...

My family members stole my moms will out of her house. Is that illegal? Also with a forclosure and no money do we do probate?

I agree with Attorney Reed. You have a frustrating situation, but the good news is that you are not personally responsible for her debts. If you...

What are my rights as a child of deceased with her personal belongings if she lived with my grandfather and was unmarried?

I agree with Attorney Reed that this is a situation where you need to consult with a probate attorney to obtain specific guidance. The deed that...

I agree with the responses made by my colleagues. Further, I question the language in the two orders you mention. If there is clear language in...

Are you required to go through probate if there is a will, but the will has not been recorded with the county In Wash. State?

I agree with my colleagues. In further response to your concerns, although some people do record wills (usually with the Register of Deeds) to...

Conservator Responsibility

Contact the Court Clerk in the county where the conservatorship is filed. The Clerk can direct you as to what can be reviewed and when. However,...

What should be expected from a trust "accounting" in the state of NY

Since this is now a duplicate question, see the other listing for responses from Attorney MacLean and yours truly.

What should be expected from a trust "accounting" in the state of NY

The accounting should be a snapshot, for the time period requested, of the assets, liabilities, income, and expenses. Since you suspect...