Can anyone speak on behalf of decedent when probate & appt. of Adm'er is delayed?? No one has more than 1/6 interest (3).
HOA /Bill Collector has filed lien for unpaid/disputed cleaning bill & monthly maintenance. Threatens to begin prompt foreclosure on 2-28-13. They will probably accept $ from anyone, but will not otherwise respond to probable future Adm'er . The pending Adm'er disputed bill prior to lien with HOA (no response) & Bill Collector (will only reply to court appointed Adm'er). Also requested meeting with HOA Board & alternate resolution, etc. Does decedent & his estate lose all rights in this situation? Family could file small claim, but lives 400 miles away & outcome uncertain or minimal. Record Lis Pendens before small claim action (if Adm'er eventuallydecides to undertake this)??
3 attorney answers
The administrator speaks for the estate...family cant file small claims because they are not administrator.... Sounds like a probate attorney is necessary.
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Only a duly appointed, qualified and acting personal representative can speak for a decedent's probate estate. If immediate action is required, then the person who intends to petition the court for Letters of Administration (or Letters Testamentary if there is a will) can also petition the court for Letters of Special Administration. Special Letters empower the applicant to act for the estate when an emergency requires immediate attention and action.
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