Can I Probate a copy of a will in Texas? How do I start the process of Probating a will with just a copy of the original will?

A copy of a Will can be admitted. However, your attorney will need to "prove up" why the original will is not available. A will that cannot be...

More information is needed. Was the deed recorded? How long ago was the purported transfer? Have you incurred costs or changed your position based...

What can I do?

Get a lawyer immediately. Any heir can be the administrator -- but there are two kinds of administration. Independent and Dependent. Independent...

How can i evict my aunt from a house that has been awarded to me after it went through probate court? My name is on the Deed.

You need an attorney who specializes in landlord-tenent law. Eviction is not something you want to try to do on your own. If you make a mistake,...

What do I need to to contest a wll?

The first thing you will need is an experienced probate attorney. A Will contest is can be a lengthy process with many fact issues. An experienced...

How can I keep my Stepfather from selling our family's royalty interest?

You should contact a probate attorney immediately to protect your rights. If the Will is valid, it controls the disposition of your mother's...

How long does it take IRS to generate a transcript for a late filing?

The wait time is highly variable, from a couple of weeks to many months. At this time of the year, you may get lucky and have a lull period where...

Are retirement accounts (IRAs, 401k, 403Bs) split 50/50 when one parent in a blended family dies?

The answer to your questions lie in beneficiary designations and wills. You cannot simply rely on just one or the other. The short answer is you...

Property on probate

The answer lies in your father's Will. You do not become executor until you are named so by the court when it accepts the Will to probate. That...

A social security number is not required in whole or in part. You need enough information to properly identify the recipient - so if your sister is...