There is no hearing at this point. All that is required when a next of kin does not waive is that a Notice of Probate of Will be served, usually by...

Is it possible to take the house out of the trust and put in my and my sisters names?

Much depends upon the language of the Trust. An estate planning attorney (maybe the one who wrote the Trust) should be consulted.

What are the tax consequences/considerations of being a beneficiary of a will/trust? What is the process to access the gifts?

I agree with all responses indicating that this is not a DIY area. Even attorneys who do not practice in the estates/trusts are obtain legal advice...

What are the tax consequences/considerations of creating a revocable trust and an irrevocable trust for medicaid purposes?

There are few, if any, added income tax issues arising out of the creation of a living trust for you and your family. IRA and other not-yet-taxed...

Is this possible/legal? How do we do this? How much does it cost? Is a trust the only option?

An irrevocable trust is one option that is used often. There are at least two other options available. The only way to handle this issue .is for...

The bank says it needs to go through probate, but that will cost 200.00 to file. Is there anything else we can do?

Use a Summary Relief From Administration if you have a receipt showing you paid the funeral bill and the amount you paid is at least as much as the...

Does it mean there may be more to this or am I just misunderstanding.

There is enough to this to make it obvious that you need the advice (for sure) and assistance (possibly) of an experienced probate attorney. Do...

What should we do with my relative's will--probate it (and relieve it from administration), or do nothing?

Concealing is only an issue when there are assets to be probated and the Will is not offered for probate in an attempt to prevent its terms from...

Can the executor still collect under the Ohio law that provides the executor compensation schedule?

Is the Executor to serve "without fee" or "without bond"?

Am I responsible for my dead sisters H20 bill, account was in my father's name who has been dead for 20 years?

Who owns the real estate and what is the plan for it moving forward (sell, transfer, etc.)? The bill likely will have to be satisfied out of any...