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How does probate work, Do we have to pay her credit card dedt

James's answer | Answered on October 01, 2009

There is really not enough information in your post to give you much specific advice. I have a great deal of information on probate administration...

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My father lost his wife a couple months ago-she had no will. She had a credit card open in her name only. There is no estate,

James's answer | Answered on October 01, 2009

Hello~ Your father is not liable for this debt. He should inform the creditor(s) of the situation and let them know there is no estate and no...

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My spouse died owing credit card debt in his name only. There is no estate. Do i have to pay this debt?

James's answer | Answered on October 01, 2009

Hello~ I am very sorry to hear of your loss, which has been compounded by the problems with the creditors. You are not legally obligated to pay...

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Can I sue the person I have under contract in small claims even though they left the state?

James's answer | Answered on September 30, 2009

I would need more information from you before being able to advise you with any degree of certainty. For example, does she owe you under the...

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My friend has MS. She has a 16 1/2 year old daughter. Am able to get legal guardianship over her?

James's answer | Answered on September 30, 2009

I would need to know more information before being able to advise you. You do not mention a father. If he is in the picture, then he would need to...

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Client wants refund after 9 months of putting ordering pictures off.

James's answer | Answered on September 29, 2009

I am not sure what the "client" would be requesting a refund OF. I assume that you charge a standard "sitting fee." That presumably is not...

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Client wants refund after 9 months of putting ordering pictures off.

James's answer | Answered on September 29, 2009

I am not sure what the "client" would be requesting a refund OF. I assume that you charge a standard "sitting fee." That presumably is not...

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How do I know whether a restated LLC was put into effect?

James's answer | Answered on September 29, 2009

There generally is no public record that would include the information you are seeking. The initial Articles of Organization do not help you. You...

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Husband and wife made loan to son. When one spouse dies does 1/2 the loan have to be repaid to estate immediately?

James's answer | Answered on September 28, 2009

I believe the answer would depend on whether or not there is an estate, upon the death of the first spouse. If there is, then it would make sense...

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Estate/Probate Law

James's answer | Answered on September 28, 2009

It sounds as if you are certain that the estate has been probated. If that is the case, then you should be able to obtain copies of the Will and...

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How does probate work, Do we have to pay her credit card dedt

My father lost his wife a couple months ago-she had no will. She had a credit card open in her name only. There is no estate,

My spouse died owing credit card debt in his name only. There is no estate. Do i have to pay this debt?

Can I sue the person I have under contract in small claims even though they left the state?

My friend has MS. She has a 16 1/2 year old daughter. Am able to get legal guardianship over her?

Client wants refund after 9 months of putting ordering pictures off.

Client wants refund after 9 months of putting ordering pictures off.

How do I know whether a restated LLC was put into effect?

Husband and wife made loan to son. When one spouse dies does 1/2 the loan have to be repaid to estate immediately?

Estate/Probate Law