What rules and obligations does an estates executor have? Can he spend the money on himself while his charge is alive ?

Your question is a bit confusing. Did Mother have a will prepared that names her son as executor? Did the will cut out other children? Why would...

WWhat can you do to stop the state from taking property from family after parents have deceased?

Probate should probably be opened so that all the debts can be dealt with at once. Sounds like she did not have the funds or long-term care...

Yes, you may need to file a will contest. But you will need to show either that your uncle did not have the necessary capacity to redo his...

Did you fill out a trust planning form, or do you have a completed trust agreement that includes all the appropriate provisions and details? ...

Parent deceased and left no will but owns property. What proof needed that only son inherits?

Her heirs-at-law would automatically inherit, but you/he/they should consult with a local probate attorney to assess how best to make the transfer...

If you are not your brother or the current court appointed personal representative of his open estate, you can't sign the check. Either contact...

Can I have the executors on my will be witnesses when I notorize my Last Will and Testament?

I concur. Generally, witnesses to a will should be "disinterested," meaning they are not inheriting more than their intestate share or being...

Can I get a lawyer to update a will for a flat fee?

The cost really depends on how complex the will needs to be and if your father-in-law needs to address any other estate planning needs too, such as...

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Generally, an executor should not dispose of estate property differently from what's laid out in the will, especially before the estate is closed. ...

What does the average will cost to draw up and file?

The "average cost" of a will may vary based on several factors including where you live, what attorney you see, and the specifics of what you need...