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We have been waiting since Nov 2010 for our inheritance (PA). How can we check on it without checking with the lawyer?

Paul's answer | Answered on April 23, 2012

Well, you have a right to ask questions. My basic thought is that if the executor can't answer your question then I would send the question to the...

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A man left me a motorcycle now his kids want it is the will binding

Paul's answer | Answered on April 23, 2012

My you phrase that in an interesting manner. Who is the "man?" Relative, friend, guy you met at the supermarket ...... Did you actually...

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Am i required to give the attorney deeds to prepare a will

Paul's answer | Answered on April 21, 2012

As the two previous counsel suggest to you - it makes the most sense to you to give YOUR attorney all relevant information so that he can offer the...

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We are writing a will and have asked my brother and his wife to care for our two sons (2 years and 6 months).

Paul's answer | Answered on April 18, 2012

Good question! While it seems like a good idea to name both it may not be the case. Unfortunately divorce is too common in our society today. ...

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My brother died without a will. Our mother helped him financially as he was disabled. He does not have much of an estate. Howeve

Paul's answer | Answered on April 18, 2012

Assuming both names are on title to the mobile home then they are joint owners. As such, on the death of one of the owners, the other person is...

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What are my options, if any? Probate.

Paul's answer | Answered on April 18, 2012

Based on your facts, not likely. The only way to change a beneficiary is in writing through the plan administrator. If that wasn't done - you are...

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How long does it take for assets to be distributed from a will after death?

Paul's answer | Answered on April 18, 2012

Well, depending of what assets the estate owns and whether any tax returns are due, it can take 12 to 18 months to disburse assets. However,...

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My Father died without a will leaving behind 2 houses, 2 wives and 18 children.

Paul's answer | Answered on April 18, 2012

Dear Bill: Sorry to hear of this very messy situation. Your mother needs some real legal advice and, thus, you should look on this site for a...

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TDoes a will i copyed of the internet.need to be notorized,I already had three witneses sign it.Wil it be legal and hold up ,

Paul's answer | Answered on April 12, 2012

I'm sorry to say that it is rather difficult to answer your question. How can any attorney tell you that the document that you copied of the...

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My father recently died. His girlfriend will not return calls now - do I as his next off kin have a right to see the will?

Paul's answer | Answered on April 11, 2012

well, let's start with the life insurance policy. If you are named as a beneficiary thereunder then you should contact the company and collect...