Questions answered by James P. Frederick

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If a brother dies in NC, and has a TSP account that goes into the estate; I understand that it is taxed at 10% correct?

James's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

If the brother was an NC resident at the time of his death, you may need to have probate proceedings, there. In that case, you will want to work...

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Does it sound Like my inheritence case is about to be closed ? so I can collect my money?

James's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

Yes, it sounds probable. You should have also received a final account, as well. There is no reason why you cannot contact the attorney for the...

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Can i house my sister's children?

James's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

I agree with Attorney James, and particularly with her last point. If they are in danger, the possibility of placement is not the largest...

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What to do when estate administrators fails/won't pay out to creditor when assets are available?

James's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

I agree with my colleagues. As bad as it is to need to go to court against family members, you have no choice, unless they agree to pay your claims...

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Last will and testament can this be done how?

James's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

It is sometimes possible to alter the provisions of a Will if all of the beneficiaries agree to the changes. In your case, only you can decide...

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Attorney needed for filing an Appeal in long, involved Guardianship case for my grand children in Los Angeles Probate court.

James's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

There are a number of excellent probate attorneys in your area. You can search for them using the "find a lawyer" tool on avvo. I am sure there are...

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My mother passed last year without a will.How do I sign over my interests in her estate?

James's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

I agree with my colleagues. Retain your own probate attorney to review what is taking place and to advise you on how to respond. I do not know why...

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Can I sell my deceased fathers truck even if an executor has not been put in place yet?

James's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

You cannot sell what you do not own. There may be a way to transfer title outside of probate, if there would not otherwise be sufficient assets to...

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My friend's ex husband died suddenly, and his mother is excluding his kids from making arrangements, what rights do they have?

James's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

This is a very tough situation. Michigan passed laws a few years ago dealing with who has the right to make funeral arrangements. I agree with my...

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I was adopted by my stepfather at 4 recently his mom passed and I was not included do I have rights to anything

James's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

I agree with Attorney McMahon. You do not really give us enough information to go on, here, though. When you say you were not "included", included...

James P. Frederick's Answers (17267)

If a brother dies in NC, and has a TSP account that goes into the estate; I understand that it is taxed at 10% correct?

Does it sound Like my inheritence case is about to be closed ? so I can collect my money?

Can i house my sister's children?

What to do when estate administrators fails/won't pay out to creditor when assets are available?

Last will and testament can this be done how?

Attorney needed for filing an Appeal in long, involved Guardianship case for my grand children in Los Angeles Probate court.

My mother passed last year without a will.How do I sign over my interests in her estate?

Can I sell my deceased fathers truck even if an executor has not been put in place yet?

My friend's ex husband died suddenly, and his mother is excluding his kids from making arrangements, what rights do they have?

I was adopted by my stepfather at 4 recently his mom passed and I was not included do I have rights to anything