They need to present you with letters of authority. If they don't have them, then they cannot prove they are legally authorized to act. It is not...

Do I need to probate my Mom's estate?

From what you have said, there is no reason to open probate. There is no requirement that you do so, if there are no assets. For the refund check...

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How can my friend represent his stepfather who passed regarding his legal matters?

Your friend needs an attorney to assist with this matter. Normally, a step-child has no rights in terms of an inheritance. There are some...

My dad died and we can't find his will how did my mom get his mineral rights and pension without a will being recorded?

The only time a Will is used is in Probate. If Probate was not required, then a Will would not apply. With most pensions, there is either no death...

In California. . 2003. . Brother is Executive the Estate. . Is he the only one who signs , to close out the Estate. ?

In Michigan, there is no requirement that beneficiaries sign or sign off on anything in probate. The PR handles the administration and is the only...

Can I create a business off of other companies' inventories?

I do not see a problem with the concept, in general. There would be practical issues, however, including lots of potential liability. Insurance...

How do I retrieve money from my deceased son's savings account that was in his name only?

You have this listed as a Michigan matter. If the account is in Ohio, then Ohio law would apply. There is likely a "small estate" proceeding that...

I guess you first need to decide whether this needs to be done, at all. There is no requirement that jurisdiction be changed. Your only obligations...

How do I protect my interests in my uncles will?

There is no way to answer your question for sure without being able to read the will. Since you have a copy, you should review it with a probate...

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This sounds like a no win situation for you, all the way around. You *might* consider involving adult protective services. But you will not win any...