There is a small estate proceeding that is available to you because of the size of the estate. You should have no problem obtaining an order from...

If I pay estate debts out-of-pocket am I establishing a priority claim against the estate?

The answer to your question is yes. You are entitled to reimbursement for all out of pocket costs expended on behalf of the estate. Make sure that...

The prior answer was correct in saying that you should have an estate plan, preferably updated since the date of your marriage, to work in...

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There are really two parts to your question. Yes, South Carolina law should recognize your Ohio Will, as is. On the other hand, you do not want...

I am one of several beneficiaries of a trust. The trustee is not providing ANYTHING nor is the trust lawyer. What do I do?

I would agree with the prior response. Assuming the original trust grantor is deceased, the Trust has likely become irrevocable and under the terms...

If any property is not in the will.does the excutor have any control?

The previous answer is true, PROVIDED that the asset in question is a part of the decedent's estate. That is, if the asset was in the decedent's...

Can I pack personal belongings if other heirs refuse to give permission and probate has not been filed?

Since you previously indicated that there were no probate proceedings at this time, there is no one who legally has authority to do anything with...

If the only asset is real property which will be foreclosed on, should probate be filed?

I believe I may have answered a similar question from you, earlier. In that summary, you indicated that the real estate was upside down in terms of...

Credit Card Balance left on card after Mom's passing 12/24/09

I answered your other question without having this information. You have no responsibility for this debt. You should inform the creditor that you...

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Am I responsible for a credit that my name is not on the account but an authorized user?

If you did not sign the application or an agreement to be responsible, then you should not be. On the other hand, if YOU were the one that ran up...