My father died June, 2012. How much time to I have to file a claim for his estate. He resided in North Carolina.

Do you know how the title to the property was held? Do you know if your father had a Will or a trust? Who is on the property now? Who is paying...

Advice? inherited Mrtg notes worth 280k at end of a bitter estate with persnl guarntee.

I apologize, but I cannot follow the issue and what you are looking for. Can you please reword?

I am in Tarzana if you would like to come in for a free consultation. By saying private and wanting to keep information from the IRS is not a good...

What happens when the testamentary trust beneficiary predeceases the testator?

If there isnt more in the Will, this would require a Petition for Construction or determination of distribution. The language you gave is not...

Can a "Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents" be used to purchase a property that will later be transferred to the Beneficiary.

You need to pay an attorney to assist you. Deeds of Trust secure loans. Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents just provides the lender with full...

Can benificiary be changed by will executor?

I agree with Mr. Pankowski. Also, a little is missing. Was your sister appointed as executor by the court? Just because the will names her...

Is it ethical for an estate planning attorney to recommend an investor to a client, without being asked to?

Its not per se unethical, but it does sound like a conflict of interest. It also sounds like you may have a civil claim for malpractice,...

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I was designated as one of four executors to my mother’s will. The other three are my siblings. I do not wish to be an executo

You have the absolute right to decline to act as executor and disclaim any interest in the estate.

What can i do if I believe my brother was coerced under duress, ( his death bed) while under heavy medication, (morphine) etc.

Since the marriage is new, most likely his property is separate property. Assuming no kids, the wife is entitled to 1/2 and your parents would be...

Does my college have to tell my legal guardian anything?

Unfortunately, those provisions will be interpreted broader than you may like. His actions could fall under 1 and 4, in particular 4 (exercise...