Can I request an accounting of my mother's estate? My brother is the executor of her estate. I have not mailed in my waiver yet.

Were there beneficiaries on the life insurance policy? How did the attorney get a hold of the proceeds. Its not appropriate for him to condition...

The car can be dealt with by a small estate affidavit. On the 401k there should be a beneficiary designation. If not, you need to talk to the...

"Can my husband use a power of attorney to take away our daughter?"

No, in addition, how does he have your power of attorney. Revoke it. Also, the power has to be used in a fiduciary capacity. In addition, even...

Are interested parties allowed to speak at a hearing in probate court?

How are you an interested person? Since the Trust is revocable, you would not be interested in the trust proceedings. Even though there is a...

Does a Beneficiary have a right to examine books and records used in determining fund distribution in a Will ?

Objection to an account is not a contest of a will. You need to contact a probate attorney to assert your rights and deal with your objections and...

Can an irrevocable trust's trustee name another irrevocable trust as a beneficiary?

Only if the Trust grants the trustee that power. What happened? What does the trust say as for distributions?

My father passed away and of my knowledge my brother has been left executor of the Trust & Will. What can I do?

Contact Celia Reed. She's on Avvo. You need an attorney to assist you and determine if probate is necessary and appropriate and how to assert...

Brother dying without will. Mother/father both dead, he was never married and no children. Two sisters (I'm one). What happens?

Contact an estate planning attorney. Even with the heavy medication, he may have capacity. If not, then most likely you will have to deal with...

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I am sorry for your loss. You need to file for probate. If you brother had a Will, that will control. If not, then intestacy. You need to apply...

Can the executor (a beneficiary also) distribute all jewelry to himself & then equalizing other beneficiaries with cash?

Its highly problematic. You dont say if the court is involved. Regardless, you should consult with a probate attorney.