My former lawyer filed a creditors claim in probate court against an estate. Where will the actual claim be handled: pro or civ?

Why was the attorney forced to file a claim, presumably for legal fees? Was another attorney hired? What is the dispute? Instead of planning...

In order to sue a family member for debt they believe was a gift, how many years can pass before unable to file?

Its probably four years. You need to get an attorney to review the specific facts and see if this is even a claim that is worth bringing or if...

I have a disclaimer deed. Am I absolved satisfying mortgage? will my credit be negatively impacted letting house foreclose?

I agree with Ms. Harvey. You need to meet with an estate planning attorney in your area who will review all you documents and give you your...

If I found the proceeds of an old insurance policy issued(1942) to my mom in unclaimed funds in NY who can i distribute to?

A NY attorney should help you determine how this should be allocated. You do not want to take any chances that someone could come back at you over...

You need to retain an estate planning attorney to represent your interests immediately. There are so many issues raised in your facts I don't even...

Can appraisal and personal property be with held from other siblings in a probate?

You definitely need to lawyer up with a competent estate planning attorney with litigation experience in your area. There are too many moving...

When do duties as executor of last will and testament end? My mother named me her executor.

Normally the will stipulates the duties and responsibilities of the executor. You need to maintain and conserve the assets as part of the...

What do you do when the family wont let you read the will. When the dad has pass away.

You should consult with a local estate planning attorney to review your options. the will has to be filed in a reasonable time. In Illinois...

I don't see why you could not just have the land trustee prepare a deed with a letter of direction signed by the beneficial interest holder...

Do I need a lawyer or should I go to small claims court?

You need to have an attorney review whatever information you were given when you started documenting the promise. If there is none you are...