That is the minimum time frame for formal probate, even in estates with no real property. If it is your attorney giving this time frame, he or she...

I want to sale a house/land that is willed to me and solely me, no others to contest it. How do I get the property transferred

If the property was willed to you then it will have to go through probate. If you have a self-proving affidavit attached (which may be what you...

What is the responsibilities of an executor to an estate?

Your husband would not be responsible for paying the debt with his money unless he had agreed to take financial responsibility with the mortgage...

My husband and I used a simplified dissolution of marriage to divorce 3 months ago We keep our finances declosed he passed away

Sit down with a probate attorney to review the marital settlement agreement and the deed to the house. That is the only way you will get the best...

My cousin passed away in January of this year. A probate estate was set up. How long on average before it is Resolved?

It depends on the circumstances. Probate can be as short as 6 months or as long as 18, sometimes longer if its complicated or there are more...

Does deeding a property contained in a will to someone before the will is activated eliminate the property from the will?

A will can only indicate how to distribute property owned by the person who executed the will at the time of that person's death. By transferring...

Wills designating who obtains my home & personal property to anyone I choose even if legally married.

I agree with my colleague and wanted to mention some other rights your spouse will have to your estate is her elective share, unless she agrees to...

What is the easiest way to appoint a representative of Estate?

A Court appoints a personal representative, meaning you will have to open probate in Florida for a personal representative to be appointed by the...

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Please recommend a seasoned probate lawyer to complete my mother's formal probate.

You can use the Find a Lawyer feature on AVVO to locate lawyers in your area. You may have to make a few calls to find an attorney that will work...

My dad died 12 tears ago and my adopted brother made himself executer and its still in probate. The lawyer he hired passed away

You need to sit down and discuss this with an knowledgeable probate attorney and have them look into it. Bring any and all paperwork you might have.