Questions answered by Paul A. Smolinski

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If the party that recieves a letter demanding to see a will and not response in reasonable time is it contempt?

Paul's answer | Answered on January 15, 2014

His daughter can probably open a probate estate without the Will as she is an heir. That might cause the wife to produce the Will. However,...

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My dad would like to make a change in his will but does not want to make a new will. How would he do this in the state of Texas

Paul's answer | Answered on January 15, 2014

It is not easy (and may not be morally right) to cut out a "wife of 60 years." I am hoping that there is a logical reason to do so and, assuming...

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In executing a will-- how long does the executor keep an item in the will going to a beneficiary?

Paul's answer | Answered on January 15, 2014

Mr. Ashman presents a good answer. My suggestion is to ask either the executor or the attorney for the estate when you might expect your item. If...

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Is it absolutely necessary to comply with the terms of a trust?

Paul's answer | Answered on January 13, 2014

Your situation is complicated since the bankruptcy trustee is involved. Things are possible but you need to consult with an attorney to make sure...

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PROBATE COURT-I RECEIVED DOCUMENTS FROM LAWYER.

Paul's answer | Answered on January 10, 2014

While you are not naming the document it sounds like a Surety Bond document. If so, this is one of the documents used when establishing a...

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Can I sell a house while in probate in Illinois?

Paul's answer | Answered on January 06, 2014

Ms. Goldstein is probably correct with respect to hiring an attorney; however, I think that you need to consult with that attorney to fully explain...

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My sister died and owes IRS LOTS of money. Her will left her estate to her two grown children. My mother is leaving her home

Paul's answer | Answered on January 04, 2014

If the IRS obligation is solely that of your sister, then it will likely have no impact on the assets of her children directly. Indirectly, IF...

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I wrote a will. I plan to have it notarized at the bank. Do I need to do anything else?

Paul's answer | Answered on January 04, 2014

If you have either: 1) a reasonable amount of assets that you care about or 2) minor children, then it is wise to AT A MINIMUM have a properly...

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Concerning a Will when a person lives with someone for 10 years and not married and are they entitled to anything...?

Paul's answer | Answered on January 04, 2014

Odds are that the answer is "no." If mom's companion has been helping her for a long time then it is not uncommon that he would attempt to help...

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Can I sue a bank for making an illegal home equity loan on a house that was in trust?

Paul's answer | Answered on January 04, 2014

The answer to your question is not an easy one. You would need to find an attorney that is familiar with real estate, mortgages, trusts as well as...

Paul A. Smolinski's Answers (1193)

If the party that recieves a letter demanding to see a will and not response in reasonable time is it contempt?

My dad would like to make a change in his will but does not want to make a new will. How would he do this in the state of Texas

In executing a will-- how long does the executor keep an item in the will going to a beneficiary?

Is it absolutely necessary to comply with the terms of a trust?

PROBATE COURT-I RECEIVED DOCUMENTS FROM LAWYER.

Can I sell a house while in probate in Illinois?

My sister died and owes IRS LOTS of money. Her will left her estate to her two grown children. My mother is leaving her home

I wrote a will. I plan to have it notarized at the bank. Do I need to do anything else?

Concerning a Will when a person lives with someone for 10 years and not married and are they entitled to anything...?

Can I sue a bank for making an illegal home equity loan on a house that was in trust?