answered on May 20, 2016
yes. it is perfectly normal and common. if the executor wants to hire the lawyer who drew up the will then he is free to do so.
My brother and I were named co-executors/sole beneficiaries in father's unprobated Will. All taxes have been paid. We managed as executors the rental property left to us, and all documents attached to this property (i.e. EIN Estate tax account, Leases, Insurance) are titled "The Estate... View More 
answered on May 20, 2016
are you trying to stop the partition at this point?
did you have notice of the partition?
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