Is a Quit Claim Deed used to do a "Designation of Beneficiary" or is their an actual form?

You should not use a quitclaim deed. The TOD is similar to a deed with a retained life estate. The transfer on death desigantion is not an actual...

Does a claim against an estate have to be honored if it was given to the PR and estate Atty but not filed into probate by them?

In theory all calims should be filed with the Probate Court within the time specified in the newspaper publication. However, when a claim is know...

When the will is admitted to probate your husband must be given a copy and notice of the hearing, even though he is not a beneficiary of the Will....

Brother is executor;eldest child and only son. Trust in WI spelled out. Can he pay some beneficiaries in full and not others?

The executor (actualy called the personal representative in Wisconsin) must treat all beneficiaries impartially. You need an attorney, and this...

Is the attorney representing both the guardian of estate and the ward?

If the attorney was hired by the guardian, the attorney represents the guardian, much like an attorney representing a personal representative of an...

House probate 2 wills double dip bills 2 inheritences and other fix up bills but got screwed out of inheritance that assured wou

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How do I give a novel manuscript to my sons, legally? On Amazon, if it does well, I want them to divide the proceeds.

You can assign it to them. i don't think you will have to put much effort into evaluating the novel as you can give each of your sons up to $14,000...

Should I sign any papers stating I recieved my share as stated in the will before actually recieving it?

It is common practice to require an estate receipt. Usually it is signed at the same time the property is received. Occasionally logistical...

Is community property best or joint owner trust

The best option is marital (community) property with right of survivorship. That combines the best of community property (complete step up in basis...

Left an inheritance in 1999. Received two checks from the administrator of the will and nothing since. Can I claim the balance?

It has been 15 years since your father's passing. Everything should have been settled long ago. When things go smoothly you can often get by...

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