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Hello, My Son's father passed away years ago and now his grandfather has passed away, living in west virginia,

Michael's answer | Answered on March 25, 2010

I am not an attorney in West Virginia and therefore cannot provide legal advice regarding the distribution of an estate of a West Virginia...

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My two sisters as well as myself are my mother's executors when she dies. I have no relationship with my two sisters.

Michael's answer | Answered on March 25, 2010

First a disclaimer. I am an attorney in California and am not an attorney in Illinois. Therefore, I am not providing legal advice nor do I have...

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How do my Mother and her Sister probate their Mother's Will?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 25, 2010

First, I need to indicate that I am a California attorney and not admitted in Georgia. My advice is general, but should not be relied upon. ...

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If I was named the executor of a will, how do I get monies from a financial co released?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 25, 2010

I do not have much more to add to the very good replies by the Georgia attorneys (and I am not admitted to practice law in Georgia), but I will...

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How soon after the death of my father can I get a copy of his will or trust?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 21, 2010

I am sorry for the recent loss of your father. I am not an attorney in Georgia and suggest that you consult with a probate attorney. Your...

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How can i get my parents will

Michael's answer | Answered on March 21, 2010

This is actually a fairly easy question to answer. In the event that your parents are still alive, you are not entitled to see their will(s). In...

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My mothers estate has two houses, one has a mortgage with -50000 equity the other is paid off

Michael's answer | Answered on March 12, 2010

I agree with the answer that Mr. Matecun provided. Essentially an estate is assets minus liabilities. I would suggest working with an attorney...

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Attorney who had possession of Will has died and it is unknown if anyone took over his files? How do we file the will?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 23, 2010

You definitely need to speak with a probate attorney in your grandmother's home state which I am assuming is Illinois. He/she may be able to...

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Is it feasible for an executor to take 6 years to settle a complicated estate?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 23, 2010

The answer to your question as posed is "yes". Depending on the terms of the will, it might be required to still be open. Unfortunately, without...

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My mom left home to me and sister-she passed away. I want to change the deed into my name only. Is that possible? She has two

Michael's answer | Answered on February 23, 2010

Depending on what the will said and when your sister passed, her children very well might have an ownership interest in the home. If I were you, I...

Michael I Burstein's Answers (141)

Hello, My Son's father passed away years ago and now his grandfather has passed away, living in west virginia,

My two sisters as well as myself are my mother's executors when she dies. I have no relationship with my two sisters.

How do my Mother and her Sister probate their Mother's Will?

If I was named the executor of a will, how do I get monies from a financial co released?

How soon after the death of my father can I get a copy of his will or trust?

How can i get my parents will

My mothers estate has two houses, one has a mortgage with -50000 equity the other is paid off

Attorney who had possession of Will has died and it is unknown if anyone took over his files? How do we file the will?

Is it feasible for an executor to take 6 years to settle a complicated estate?

My mom left home to me and sister-she passed away. I want to change the deed into my name only. Is that possible? She has two