How important is it to hire an attorney who has an office in our county seat, and what is the best way to find one?

Often in trust administration situations, there is some probate involved also, as there are usually some assets that for whatever reason never got...

Why does my lawyer get 4% of my mother's estate + her legal fee?

Based on your question, it's hard to advise without more information. Did you take money out of a retirement account in 2019? Did your probate...

How can someone protect their home from being sold to offset nursing home care?

It is very unwise to accept legal advice from social workers, nail techs, or automobile mechanics (or anyone else who is willing to give out free...

An attorney is handling estate, said no probate and will be easy. 6 months is up for creditors to collect, attorney said we can?

Unfortunately, in probate cases, many times all of the facts are not known when an attorney first meets with a client. It in not uncommon for new...

I am the oldest sibling . My question is, If I am not mentioned a will can I contest

If your father is still living, and it sounds like he is, then you have no right to see his will or know what is in it --- and I strongly caution...

Can I contest a deed? My dad gave brother cash for his contributions on loan and never changed anything before dying.

This sounds like a messy, ugly situation, and as you probably already know, you will need to get a lawyer involved. Start looking for an expert...

How do I go about filing back tax return?

Agree with Mr. Cohen. You need to consult a local tax attorney, CPA, or enrolled agent who can help you. By ignoring the problem, you only...

Can I decline my status as a beneficiary on my deceased mother's ira & request it be split amongst my other siblings?

Agree with the other two responses. Disclaimers are sometimes possible, but they are very tricky, and you will definitely need the assistance of...

The best way to keep the wife out of the picture is to have a legal will naming someone else as executor. A spouse has certain legal rights, of...

Can an adult child outside of a marriage inherit under NJ law?

You need to consult a New Jersey attorney for an answer to this question. Most Ohio attorneys are not licensed in New Jersey and are unable to...