In Indiana which will protect my home a will or trust

Agreed with the fine answers given by the prior two learned counsel. A trust makes the most sense. You should discuss this with an elder...

Wills and Probate

Like all important documents being discarded - it should be shredded. If you don't have a shredder then just tear it into little pieces. Best...

Does an executrix have the power to make changes to the will as far as distribution of assets?

My thinking is that if you should be sitting down right now and talking with a local probate attorney to give you real advice that you, as...

How do I start legal action on a will settlement?

Oh sister. Should we assume that you didn't get along well prior to dad's death? Her actions are unfortunate but may or may not be legitimate. ...

Can I avoid probate?

You should be able to use a Small Estate Affidavit if the asset(s) was solely in your father's name. However, if your name was on the asset as a...

Ms. Goldstein is correct. If the total amount of assets that would be subject to probate exceed $100K then probate is likely required. However,...

Don't you think it would be wise consulting with an attorney (in person) before you do anything. You should locate a probate attorney near you...

If one sibling is paying the taxes on a house as a verbal agreement for "rent" can the other siblings enter house on their own?

I would have to agree with the previous two attorneys - this is complicated and some facts are missing here. If the Will is "in probate court"...

If named in a will how long sould it take for the dead persons lawyer to contact me \

Well, there are a lot of different scenarios leading to different time frames. I would say an average time is 1 to 3 months. However, If you...

North Carolina Mutual is saying I need Guardianship papers for my own child, I live in Chicago Illinois, please help

The insurance company is probably correct. If your son is under 18 then you will need to open a guardianship to obtain the funds. Just as...