What will I need to do? My father & mother have passed away and left me all their property.
It sounds like you are going to need to open separate probates for your parents to deal with their separate interests, unless each held the...
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It sounds like you are going to need to open separate probates for your parents to deal with their separate interests, unless each held the...
What State are you in? Regardless, there is no formula but a rule of thumb is that 12 - 18 months is ordinary and thus reasonable. As you get past...
You need to speak with a probate attorney. It sounds like your aunt is trying to pull a fast one. Based on your aunt's actions, either there is a...
This depends on what the trust says. I usually draft so that the house can be sold and a new one purchased. Every trust is going to be different....
If there are no other named beneficiaries in father's will, the laws of intestacy of the state where the father died will control. Without knowing...
Was this a trust account? Was the trust the beneficiary? Also, when you say in the name of the trustee, do you mean "John Doe" or "John Doe,...
This is not really a trust question. Its really more tax and charitable giving. That said, the answer is no. The donor, in this case, your...
I agree with the other attorneys. You need to bring this up with the court through proper objections to the account. You should also contact an...
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You are confusing some issues. A Will is not effective until death and can be changed or revoke by the testate (so long as they have capacity) at...
The other two attorneys are correct. You will need to initiate a probate. If your brother really doesnt want anything and is okay with you...