Jefferey M Yussman

Jefferey M Yussman's Answers (15)

Louisville, KY

Estate planning Lawyer at Louisville, KY

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate ... +5 more

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My great grandfat hers will was never read.

Jefferey's answer | Answered on August 04, 2015

I agree with Steven. Rarely do we have formal "readings" of Wills, like you see in the movies. But, as Steven says, wills are public record, so...

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What do I do regarding my father's will?

Jefferey's answer | Answered on August 01, 2015

Kentucky law gives you rights as a preferred creditor for paying your father's funeral expenses. You can file a "petition as preferred creditor"...

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Can a guardian refused a ward from having an attorney that has been retained by her and paid by her husband in KY?

Jefferey's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

The attorney for the mother is called her guardian ad item and the court does have a certain degree of discretion in who can serve that role. The...

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Can a child seek guardianship over her mother while the stepfather is able to care for his wife in KY?

Jefferey's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

She certainly can seek the guardianship, but may not obtain it if step-father is capable of taking care of her. If she is found incompetent...

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Is deceased estate obligated to pay outstanding liens and or medical bills once property is sold; property value approx $50,000

Jefferey's answer | Answered on July 23, 2015

I agree with the comments about life insurance: it should not be available to satisfy creditors claims. In KY unsecured creditors have 6 months to...

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