What should I do if I am filing an estate but the client does not have the signed original will?

I agree fully with the other attorneys. Absent an objection from another interested heir a court will likely accept a copy of a Last Will.

I was given a vehicle that was later reported stolen by the owner an now I'm being investigated, how do I clear my name?

You have no legitimate means to keep the tractor. Hypothetically, had you actually paid the man the fair market value, you WOULD have been what...

Texas probate law

This can be looked up easily online

This question is addressed to New York Attorneys. Is it necessary to obtain a lawyer to contest a later will?

Yes. You need an attorney to challenge any Will. This area of law is highly specialized, even within legal work in general. You would have almost...

My husband died without a will. House is in his name, little money in bank. Which i used to pay house bills.

That will depend on NJ probate law. I am unsure if probate is required for persons with homes. If NJ is similar to WA, then with a death...

Brother has no will

Mr. Frederick said it all. Without more, you get it all

Is the surviving spouse legally responsible for medical bills for deceased spouse?

Technically only your husband's share of the estate is responsible for medical bills. In addition, most states offer a homestead exemption which...

Working off an Estimate only with items still to be billed. I am obligated by law to finish the unpaid items for picky customer.

This is why you need a written contract :) . If you agreed trim out the house before the owner purchased teh cabinets, then it is likely that the...

Notified that Aunt in WA died. Have no legal basis; but am next of kin.What is my risk if I get involved?

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Never fun. As Mr. Bodzin correctly states, Washington law applies for property located in WA where WA was your...

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Chapter 13 bankruptcy credit cards

What is the question? If you are asking whether Chapter 13 is the best way, or advisable - then maybe at that debt level you should file for BK....