How does a judge decide value in absence of a Drahos calculation?

The court has discretion to value the community interest in the property, especially where the husband has failed to produce the figures necessary...

As Attorney Frederick noted, Louisiana is the only state in the country that follows the Civil Code, as opposed to Common Law. Therefore, general...

How long does the State of Georgia allow for a will to be settled? It was probated last October. (2012)

It does not appear that the estate has been open for an usual period of time, especially in light of the fact that one of the heirs cannot be...

I cannot afford an attorney. What options do I have?

If the estate does not have sufficient assets to pay its debts, the heirs are not required to pay them.

Is it legal in WA for part time caretaker to inherit from 92 yr. old charge (or cause him to leave it to a heir who will share)?

I am confused by the details of your question. If a will is lost, then the property passes through intestacy. Could you explain the relation of...

Quest 1) How do I file a lis pendens ? Quest 2) Is this a conflict of interest? New York

A lis pendens is only filed in conjunction with a complaint alleging an interest in property. You are not filing a separate complaint, so you...

My brother passed away three years ago with an estate consisting of a TV,ironing board,vacuum cleaner and his clothes.

If your sister was named as one of the beneficiaries, her children are entitled to her portion, regardless of their relationship with your brother.

Does a landlord have a right to enter a renters room, when not home and then complain about something

Unless your lease permits random entry and inspection, the landlord has no right to enter without notice and has no right to dictate how you clean...

I loaned a family member $1000.00 by check, that was 2 years ago, can I charge him interest on that loan, and how much?

I agree with Attorney Seino. Unless the check was marked as a loan or you had a separate written agreement, which would have included a payment...

What's the difference b/w theft by executor w/ intent to defraud beneficiary and the misapplication of fiduciary property?

Not sure which party is filing what. Can you please clarify.