Is probate court approval required for changing the name on a deed for property in which the deceased was part owner?

The answer depends on the nature of his coownership. If the he and your mother-in-law owned the property as “joint tenants with right of...

Can I file bankruptcy with a reverse mortgage?

There are several issues here. The reverse mortgage may be in default, as they typically are due for payment and surrender within six months after...

Can a step granddaughter file a claim for caregiver services for my deceased father?

Maybe. If she did care for him and paid expenses from her own pocket for his care or certain other things. If, however, she lived with him in his...

What do I need to put in the body of a Personal Representative Deed of Distribution?

First of all, in order to be able to use a Personal Representative's Deed, you have to have been appointed Personal Representative of a probate...

Need a Power of Attorney , how do we go about this?

Ms. Ross is right. You should contact an estate planning attorney. Durable power of attorney is an important document that can save much time,...

How do I become administrator of my brothers estate.

Contact an experienced probate lawyer in your state. You may or may not have to conduct probate proceedings. Whether probate is required depends...

You really need to speak to a lawyer. If you're the trustee of your aunt's trust and you deposited the proceeds from the sale of trust property...

You can and absolutely should get your own estate plan made and executed as soon as possible. Blended families are notorious hotbeds of...

What are my legal obligations at this point and how do I protect myself and my property?

There are two approaches that come to mind, and each approach depends on certain necessary facts. You could possibly file a probate or joint...

Most states have what can be called "small estate affidavits." They go by many names, but one form of this may also be called an Affidavit of...