Give some consideration to a couple of courses of action that would not be unreasonable: (a) On your own or with the other beneficiaries, retain...

What can I do with a family member has failed to honer my grandmothers Fidelity Trust, and has refused to give us a copy ?

It isn't clear from the question whether you are beneficiary and, therefore, have any standing to take issue with the way the trustee is handling...

"Executor Powers" referenced in the will, dose this give me power of attorney before the person dies?

This is difficult to answer because it appears you are mixing several different concepts. You don't get a power of attorney through the courts. A...

Do I receive my father's IRA account

There are no spousal rights in an ***IRA***. There are other types of retirement plans--such as the 401(k) plan or a pension plan--in which a...

My deceased father owned stock. It was never put in my mothers name. How do I get it put in my mothers name?

There are at least a couple of important variables that are missing in your question: (a) the value of the stock, (b) whether it is publicly traded...

Should I consult a real estate lawyer during the transfer of an inherited home?

You may want to consult an attorney practicing estate law in the place where your step-father's estate is being administered for two reasons: (a)...

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A mother after divorce retained the home in the settlement. She puts her young daughter at the time on the deed.

This is a great example of why including third parties as titleholders for your home is almost always a really bad idea. The act of adding the...

How long until we receive inheritance?

Every estate is different, so it is impossible for anyone here to answer the question of precisely how long it will take for you to receive the...

My mother died with a living will, property goes to me, but allows harvey to live there until death or moving on his own.

You need to consult with a qualified estate attorney in the place where your mother lived. You need to provide any wills or trusts executed by your...

Do I need a probate lawyer?

Yes... You can also fill your own cavities and perform your own surgery, but allowing a professional to help may provide for more efficient, less...