How do I access a Will that was filed in 2002?

You may hire a probate attorney to do some digging for you or you can contact the court to request a copy of the file. You can ask a copy of the...

Can I amend the name of my trust myself?

I respectfully disagree. I do not recommend that anyone amend their trust by themselves. Each state has required formalities that should be...

My father passed away, now the woman my sister and I believed he was divorced from is saying they were still married.

Divorce records are public documents so if you know which state they likely divorced in you may search the court records. If you would like to try...

Who needs to start the probate process, the representative of the estate or the surviving spouse?

Any party of interest, including a surviving spouse or personal representative of the estate, may file the petition to open probate. The fact that...

Why do attorneys need so much personal information to do a will?

Estate planning attorneys ask for detailed financial information so that that they can counsel their clients and give them the best advice possible...

Propriety

It would not be proper for you to write the judge and give him your opinion. There are legal procedures for requesting an opinion from the bench...

PROPERTY TAXES

You may disclaim (reject) an inheritance. Any property or assets that you disclaim are returned to the estate and pass to other heirs according...

Life Insurance as stated on Parent's Divorce Decree

It certainly can't hurt to check on the life insurance policy. As a postal worker, your ex-husband was probably insured under the Federal...

It would be a very good idea to meet with a lawyer in your state to discuss the pros and cons of probate. If the savings account is only in your...