Only living heir has not filed estate.

You imply that the son may be the only heir. If so, he will end up with everything. If he is an adult, there's not much you can do about it. If...

When and how can a Will be contested due to untimely filing?

I gather that a probate administration had been opened on the basis that there was no will. Who is the adminisrtatror in that matter? The current...

Joint account question?

It depends on how title to the account was held. If it was as joint tenants or "payable on death" then the money passes to the surviving account...

Father died April 2009 (FL), widow wants $18k liv allowance until estate is settled $130k in acct. Should I consent? I'm in CA

I agree that you need Florida counsel. What your were told is correct as far as it goes. The family allowance comes off of the top before the...

If a minor gets proceeds from wrongful death settlement, does it have to go through probate in the state of Washington?

You should consult Washington counsel. If the amount due is actually from a judgement (rather than a settlement) You will have to set up a...

Great Grandmothers will

I suggest that you re ask your question with a few more additional facts: (1) How old are you now? (2) Was your great grand mother's will probated...

Life estate

Your own a "life estate;" the children each own an undivided 1/2 interest in the "remainder." All you can sell is the life estate you own. After...

Life estate

Your mother owns a "life estate;" the children each own an undivided 1/4 interest in the "remainder." Each of you would be a seller as to your...

Insolvent small estate. How do I deal with creditors?

Was there a will (if so who are the beneficiaries?) or did your mother die intestate? If there is no will who are be heirs at law? If just you...

I suggest that you review the order approving the final account. A carefully drafted order usually provides for after discovered assets. If there...