I agree with Mr. Gottlieb. The fact that the decedent's children abandoned him has no bearing on the distribution of his estate. So long as the...

How can I get a Letter of Testamentary or Office of Administration without a will?

I agree with Mr. Cappetta. Moreover, the bank should accept the affidavit, you might need to talk to a more knowledgeable person or have a...

How long do it takes to recieve a settle ment check from insurance

Cases can take years to resolve. If you have already signed a settlement agreement, it probably won't take that much longer. Ask your lawyer, he or...

Is the land and house my father owned before remarrying mine or my stepmothers?

Assuming everything happened in Illinois and the property was titled solely in your father's name (not with your step-mother) you would currently...

Can the landlord shut off water without notice?

No, this is not legal. Some police departments will help, but not all. If they won't, you will either need to hire a lawyer or file a lawsuit...

How come my brother who is the executor and the lawyer for the estate deny me seeing the will and any documents?

Wills are public documents (once filed after death) and can be viewed at the clerk of court in the county where the decedent died. If you are...

how do i force the sale of a house left after parents death and no will was left?

Attorneys are often reluctant to be paid in this fashion, but try calling local probate attorneys to see if anyone will. Some attorneys also accept...

Can u be evicted if u are sub leasing and landlord is being evicted ?

Hard to say from the facts presented. Usually a condo association has no interest in evicting a rent-paying tenant as their ultimate goal is to...

Am I legally entitled to half or a portion of a wrongful death settlement and if so how can I receive the funds?

There's a good chance you would be entitled to something - It's worth hiring an attorney to investigate if the money was significant.

Under the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance, the landlord must maintain appliances furnished with the unit. If he won't, talk to a...