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What can I do about two siblings who through undue influence changed my mother's will to favor them?

James's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

There are many excellent probate litigation attorneys in CA who are very active participants on Avvo. There is also a "find a lawyer" feature,...

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I inherited a house from my mom, with my brother. My mom signed a deed to my brother, but he did not file it. After she died he

James's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

No, this would not be taxable, at least, not to you. Your brother should file a gift tax return. It should not be taxable to him, either, but he...

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My great aunt passed away in october. How do i find out if i am named in her will

James's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

I agree with Mr. Brennan. My concern is that your great aunt may have added someone to the title of her property. If that was done, then probate...

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Can I take money from an account ,I'm PA for to pay expenses to return items to the man I'm PA for?

James's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

Yes, you can reimburse yourself for your expenses. You want to account for everything. If you have receipts for everything, that should pose no...

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What is the procedure if last parent is now in hospice but my brother is listed as Executor of her will and he passed away in 07

James's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

If there is no estate, then there does not need to be an executor. There are almost always SOME assets, and if that is the case, if the Will does...

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Confused-contesting a will that maybe fraud-nothing makes sense when a trust was in place. Original attorney for the trust

James's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

I agree with my colleagues. Do not waste time on the internet. Consult with an attorney right away. Time is of the essence. Waiting will only give...

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My fathers will was changed with white out. the courts denied to probate. whats happens next?

James's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

I agree with Attorney Brophy. In most such cases, the estate would be probated as if your father had no Will. Under intestate laws, most states...

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My father passed away a week ago at age 57 from alcohol he was married about a year, no will worth 200.000 what should i do?

James's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

I agree with my colleagues that you should get a lawyer to help you investigate. I would simply add that, while it is possible you might be...

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My brother and I inherited our mother's property about a year and a half ago. My brother is in CA and I live on the property

James's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

This is a relatively common situation and a source of a lot of conflict and controversy. Since the property belongs to both of you, you would...

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In new york stae my wife passd away do i have to pay her credit cards off

James's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

I agree with my colleagues. I would simply add that the mortgage lender cannot accelerate the debt or foreclose on the property, as long as the...

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What can I do about two siblings who through undue influence changed my mother's will to favor them?

I inherited a house from my mom, with my brother. My mom signed a deed to my brother, but he did not file it. After she died he

My great aunt passed away in october. How do i find out if i am named in her will

Can I take money from an account ,I'm PA for to pay expenses to return items to the man I'm PA for?

What is the procedure if last parent is now in hospice but my brother is listed as Executor of her will and he passed away in 07

Confused-contesting a will that maybe fraud-nothing makes sense when a trust was in place. Original attorney for the trust

My fathers will was changed with white out. the courts denied to probate. whats happens next?

My father passed away a week ago at age 57 from alcohol he was married about a year, no will worth 200.000 what should i do?

My brother and I inherited our mother's property about a year and a half ago. My brother is in CA and I live on the property

In new york stae my wife passd away do i have to pay her credit cards off