The probate process manages assets that are solely in the deceased's name. If all of your father's assets were owned jointly with his spouse,...

Tax Lien ?

Yes, the IRS can take money out of a bank account. It is impossible to predict with accuracy what the IRS will do. The IRS can extend the...

How do you redeem decedent’s traveler’s checks & are they listed as cash or miscellaneous on probate estate asset inventory?

I suggest that you search your state's unclaimed property listing to determine if the checks were paid to the state. With the remaining ones, I...

You should not attempt to pursue this matter yourself. There are form books that attorneys use to assist in drafting documents. However, these...

Will I be made executor of late father's estate or will brother remain PR as stated on his lawyer's papers?

If you dispute the fees, the court will decide whether the fees will be reimbursed. If the fees are reasonable and there is no evidence that...

What is the chance of winning a case against my niece who as trustee has taken most everything from my deceased mother's estate?

If you mother was not competent or a victim of undue influence, the transfers can be reversed. You have several challenges: Obtaining evidence...

In Illinois, trust agreements do not need to be registered. If the trustee refuses to provide an accounting, then one can file a lawsuit to...

If my father's will left everything to our stepmother, are my sister and I legally entitled to at least a child's portion?

As one of your father's heirs, you have a right to review his will. However, there is not requirement for him to leave you any of his assets....

I need to sue a TENANT !!! ASAP ?

The other attorneys have provided good advice. I would add you should attempt to find out if the tenant is judgment proof. You could spend...

My daughter lives w/her dad who's 75 & did a reverse mortgage on his home 6 yrs ago. Will she have buyers rights when he dies?

Hopefully, your former spouse has a will and/or living trust that provides that the home goes to your daughter upon his death. The reverse...