Should I, as a will beneficiary, residing in Texas (probate in NY State) seek legal counsel if I have concerns?

It is generally wise to hire an experienced probate attorney to represent you and help you navigate the probate process even in the best...

Yes, you certainly need to probate the Will in order to establish control of the estate. There is no good reason to avoid taking proper legal...

Can i change my daughters last name if the father is absent from her life for over a year?

You should speak with an experienced family law attorney to determine your best options. Your child will not be five years old much longer, and...

When someone passes away without a will and 13 years back taxes, when someone else pays all the back taxes what can we do legal?

Depending on the heirs of the estate, you might reach an agreement concerning the property or you may need to file a Partition action. You should...

Repost your question to New York so that lawyers in that area will respond.

You can't say for sure what his wife's plans are. She is also managing her grief at this time. Life insurance is only paid out at the time of...

My Husband pass way but he did not leave no wills. I'm paying for the house and I need it to transfer in my name

Use the Avvo "Find a lawyer" tools to locate an experienced probate attorney near you. Attorneys on this site cannot contact you directly first.

What's happened to my house?

You would be wise to hire an experienced probate attorney to assist. Reverse mortgage companies are required to give heirs an opportunity to...

Do I inherit one-half of home deeded to sister?

If the home was deeded to your sister before your parents died it will not pass to you both. The home would already belong to your sister only.

Can family member who was granted legal custody of a minor child relinquish custody after years and giving child back without ?

If a court was involved, you will need to involve them again.