I have been paid an inheritance amount that was supposed to go through the estate first. If I cashed the check, what happens?

If your recitation of facts is correct, and if the amount of money is sufficient to justify the effort, before you return the money you should...

If the house isn't specially listed in a trust, what happens?

It all depends on how the property is "deeded." Who owned it, mother or the trust? If she owned it, the next question is "what does the Will...

You indicate your family is being very secretive. Since you are an only child, I assume you are referring to his current wife (not your mother) or...

Do I need to be present for my father's will when it's read

Assuming that you and your brother get along, I suggest you go together to consult with an expert probate lawyer who can represent you and help...

My Father passed I'm in the wil my stepmother doesn't want me at the reading shouldn't I be there and I'm in the will

There is no "reading of the Will." The first question you need to answer is "Who is nominated as Executor?" If it is your stepmother, and you...

My mother's estate had $50,000 in the checking account. The executor/attorney said it was in my name then changed his mind.

I agree with Mr. Watling: The lawyer was probably looking at one of the checks or perhaps even the monthly statement and saw your name, but upon...

Hi I paid for my fathers funeral can I get that money back?

Yes, you will be able to file a claim against the estate to be reimbursed for funeral and burial costs. There is a time limit, however, so you...

Do I have to go to the pretrial in probate court.

There is no way to answer your question without knowing your role and what type of case it is. We need many more facts.

My mother made out a durable power of attorney giving me all rights to act any legal matter concerning her property, and assets

Powers of attorney expire at the moment of death. You can no longer use it. Your mother's Will merely nominates you as Executor; only the...

In Ohio, the Executor signs a form agreeing to fulfill many duties. That form is part of the court file. You should review it and see if he/she...