Is there a way to relieve an estate without probate? I have an IRA with my deceased mother as the beneficiary.

That the IRA Custodian will accept just a letter is unusual. But if that is the case, you should not need an attorney. Maybe the Custodian has a...

Life insurance policy overpayment to 2 beneficiaries who is responsible to pay a third beneficiary's portion.

Based upon the info provided, the logical answer is that there were only two beneficiaries named. If that is the case, and if you know Dad...

Do I need an attorney to probate a Will for my mom who just passed away recently or if I can file myself?

It is less expensive to pay an attorney a fee to do it correctly and completely the first time rather than to pay the attorney to fix the errors...

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Can someone else step in and do the duties of the executor of an estate when the original parties have not done it?

It should be possible, but given the facts you will be wise to consult with a probate attorney. Use the Find an Attorney search box to locate a few...

Parents have a trust in NV & dad passed.We are filing 706 & have a business worth 7M.Is there cap gain for mom if business sells

If an AB Trust is not already in place (made by Dad) , then it is too late for that tax-savings tool to be created.

Can I be reimbursed for funeral expenses?

You should immediately file a claim against the Estate. In the priority of claims section of the statute, 4,000$ is only the initial preference...

Can I appoint an ancillary administrator or does the court have to do this?

Need more facts to give a more helpful answer, but based upon the apparent facts ( grandmother died first leaving your dad as sole beneficiary and...

Possible lien on inherited residence.

This is a very interesting issue. As such, you ought to meet with an attorney who.knows debtor-creditor law and real estate law. It may be that...

Can I transfer title if car from my deceased father to myself w/o going through probate?

Probate will be required. If the value of the car is equal to or less than the amount of the funeral bill (and car is valued no more than $5,000)...

CAN A TIMESHARE COME BACK TO HAUNT US IF WE SELL/TRANSFER THE DEED TO A FAMILY MEMBER ((MOTHER) AND SHE LATER PASSES AWAY...?

I agree with Mr. Anthony and add: It is highly likely that liability for the condo association obligation will continue to exist and will pass to...

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