My grandfather just passed in Jan 2014. How do I go about finding if he left me anything? I reside in a different state.

I am sorry for your loss. You could check to see if it was filed with the probate court in the county in which he died. However, the personal...

If my spouse dies, do my step-children have to sign paperwork and do they get money from the sale of the house.

You would need the consent of the remainder beneficiaries to sell the house. I would suggest consulting an attorney before taking any action. Best...

I'm going to make an offer to settle a claim for a car accident.If they don't accept my offer can I hire a lawyer at that time?

Please do not make an offer before consulting with an experienced personal injury attorney. You can use AVVO's Find a Lawyer tab to find one in...

Do the conditions of the first paragraph of a will hold greater weight than later conditions of a will?

I agree with Mr. Murillo. No portion of a will holds great weight than other portions. If the will is ambiguous, then the court will likely need to...

Am I breaking the law if I access a relative's bank account online? I have their VERBAL consent.

You should talk with you aunt about whether she would like you to be her agent for financial affairs. The necessary document for this would be a...

Probate attorney needed probono or fee reduction to be collected when case is finalized for elderly senior adult low income

This situation is pretty complicated and difficult to address on AVVO. Many probate lawyers provide free initial consultations. I suggest you find...

I am sorry for your loss. If you have a copy of the land contract, check to see if there are any provisions dealing with the death of the...

Probate lawyer - Claimant, who is senior adult in her 80's is executor to her son's will who passed away in 2010 small estate

This situation is pretty complicated and difficult to address on AVVO. Many probate lawyers provide free initial consultations. I suggest you find...

How difficult is it to file a simple uncontested probate without a will?

I am sorry for your loss. I agree with other counsel. Making sure the probate is taken care of correctly is most important and will ultimately be...

What happens if the witnesses to a will refuse to complete the Interrogatories to Witness to Will?

I agree with Mr. Ashman. The executor should consult with an attorney. Unfortunately, the testator should have had a qualified attorney prepare the...