What can I do about my Fathers burial expenses? I signed the funeral bill but found out later the executor is responsible.

As the previous answers have explained, if you pay the bill personally, the executor should reimburse you from the estate. In order to be sure that...

Once an estate has disbursed all proceeds to the its legal heirs, who is responsible if additional expenses are presented?

Depending on the circumstances, you have a couple of options. When you distributed the money to your brothers, your brothers may have signed a...

How long does the probate process typically take

The previous answers are correct in that it can take anywhere from 6 months - 20 years to settle an estate. As a general guideline, the...

In addition to the other reasons you have been given for speaking with an attorney, I would advise that you at least set up a consultation with a...

Where does inheritance go if beneficiary dies prior to distribution?

I agree with the previous answers in that you should absolutely find a probate attorney to work with who will return your calls, particularly...

Do we need to do a probate?

Because your father died without a Will, based on the facts you provided it sounds as though your mother likely inherited some interest in the home...

How do I get the deed to my deceased parents home and property transferred to me?

You can start by contacting the clerk of the probate court for the county in which your parents passed away. The clerk's office will be able to...

Do I have to name a trustee if a minor will inherit under $1,000.

Every state is different; however, most states permit you to state in your Will how you would like distributions to minors to be handled. For...

Uniform Power of Attorney Act - Breach of Fiduciary Respon: Initiating a request to the courts for judicial review/remedy

The Virginia Code allows any of the following people to petition the Court, review the agent's actions and grant appropriate relief: 1. The...

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