I have had difficult marriage. I wantmy sister to be my sole heir, but own two homes with my husband. Is this possible in Ohio

Even if the homes are in you name alone, the answer is no. If you left them to your sister via a Will, your husband may elect to take against the...

In the usual case, the role of Successor Trustee and the roll of Executor are filled by the same person. It sounds like your case has a different...

Can I hire a lawyer to obtain a copy of a trust from the trustee if I am included as one of the beneficiaries?

Yes. The Ohio statutes require that you receive a copy of the Trust, provided you are a beneficiary of the Trust. If so, you also are entitled to...

If you have an alternate location where you can securely receive mail, put in a forwarding order immediately. Then re-request copies, etc. and have...

I have received a notice of past due inventory for the estate of my late husband. Shouldn't my lawyer have taken care of this?

Short answer: yes. Have you attempted to talk to you attorney since you received the Notice. It may have been sent in error. The Inventory may...

My husband died in 2010. I need to set up an estate to cash a check

You also should have a copy of the "PAID" funeral bill. The process my colleagues have discussed is designed as a DIY sort of thing. It involves...

Yes, The question will be: Will the Trustee honor the request? Clearly, you need to take IMMEDIATE action given the 10 day limitation. That...

Can estate attorney force heirs to sell parents home with sheriff's auction?

Unless the attorney is also the Executor/Administrator, the attorney cannot force you to do anything. Who is the Executor? You maybe able to...

Is there a law that someone has to prove relationship to a deceased to be named beneficiary and collect?

This is one of the most interesting questions I have seen on this board. It is clear that you will need to hire or at least consult in person with...

My husband died and had a will. Problem is that the house loan is only in his name and I want the house. Plus can they lien.

My condolences on your loss. Becoming a surviving spouse has its difficulties. The probate-related issues only compound the stress. These are...