Who handles estate after person dies doesn't power of attorney end

I agree with the previous attorney answer in that you are correct, the power of attorney ceases as soon as the principal dies. So, now, the person...

The probate court requires an inventory of the estate's property to be filed, in most cases. They can get info from there. The inventory is...

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Is there a fee for attorneys to review wills

Depends on the attorney. I review Wills for free as part of a free consultation, and I imagine other attorneys do the same.

What should be done if you receive an inheritance pension and on the death claim form it has your maiden name not married name?

Ask the company what they prefer (talk with the plan administrator). They may have an additional form for you to complete. It's not so much a...

If Affidavits of Heirship have been filed, must the case still go to Probate Court?

It depends on what property there is. If the only property is real estate, you may file the affidavits with the county clerk. These affidavits...

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Can the father of my partner really evict me from the house with a power of attorney? It's not the wish of my partner.

Do you feel that he was mentally incapacitated at the time he signed the power of attorney? You mention brain damage. If he lacked the requisite...

How are assets distributed when someone dies intestate?

The previous answers are correct. I will add that your question doesn't give us enough information to answer your question the way you want. Your...

My husband's will leaves everything to me after 50 yrs of marriage. Must the will be probated? We are jointly listed in most

Many people are surprised to learn that a will has no legal effect until it goes to probate court. Any property that needs to be transferred into...

Is probate required in Dallas, TX if will provides executor full discretionary power without order or approval of court?

The will has no power unless it's probated. In other words, the property isn't transferred until it has gone to probate court. Having said...

Do I need an attorney's help? Will a small estate affidavit be acceptable for John Hancock?

Legally, yes, they should accept a small estate affidavit. Whether or not they actually will is a different question,and a question only they can...

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