What can be done when an attorney is the executor of a will and he hands it over to his wife and family members work for her?

I would have to agree with Mr. Pankowski. You need to consult with a different attorney in your area who is familiar with probate. That attorney...

Can I be forced to sell my mother's house if it is in probate? I want to wait until the probate takes its course.

Of course you could buy out the other individuals interest in the house if you have the money coming from other assets in the estate. If you are...

I hate to tell you but the fact scenario that you set forth is rather complicated. So, to answer your question, it is possible for a creditor to...

How can I prevent a family member of the deceased from taking possession of the personal effects in a storage facility.

Well, if the "family member" is not listed as an owner at the storage facility then he/she is not entitled to the assets (unless a Will or other...

Is it a requirement to have the word "Trust" be in the name of a regular living trust?

I suppose it doesn't matter if you called your Trust an Orange or Banana if everyone knows what it is that you are talking about. However I think...

Can executor of a will deduct monies that was given to you from person before death

Mr. Frederick has the right answer. No your brother should not be able to offset the gifts that your mom gave you. However, it would be wise to...

Mr. Cahill's answer is interesting as to Nevada law. In Illinois, it is quite different in that a handwritten Will is not valid even if it is...

What is the difference between a deed in trust & quit claim deed when transferring a home to a revoc. liv. trust?

I assume that you are using an attorney to set up this trust, right? My first suggestion is that you ask your attorney the questions that you...

My husband had a brokerage account with Amerprise and he died in 2001. We had been married 42 years before his death.

Yes, I would agree with Ameriprise, you need a Small Estate Affidavit. I would suggest you contact a probate attorney who has an office near you....

I was raised by my great aunt who recently passed away. Her biological children do not want to include me in distributing her

My sympathy with respect to the loss of your aunt. I am also sorry that your aunt's children (who should be like brothers/sisters) to you aren't...