You can use your security to pay the rent. Technically, you are supposed to replenish it, but it is not necessary.

If they were legally divorced, the lawyer should have no need for a death certificate unless the lawyer is trying to claim an asset. I would not give it to the lawyer and get an explanation of why it is needed.

It depends on several factors. For example, did the children contribute to the upkeep of the house, other gifts she has made and is she competent, just to name a few. There are more beneficial ways of doing this transaction which will satisfy her goals. You should consult an attorney.

If you want to apply it to the patient's care, this is allowed. However, a facility cannot just take the check without your permission.

I agree that you should consult a lawyer before signing any document (not limited to the one mentioned) which can affect your rights as a beneficiary. Also, I would mention that if you don't sign, you will have a lot of time before any next step due to covid. The Surrogate's Court is... View More

There are a few factors that determine the best course of action. First, where was your grandmother's estate/will probated? Second, did they predecease or post decease? Third, has the executor applied for ancillary letters? Fourth, have the hiers informed anyone in PR of the death? I... View More

I agree with my partner that you need to register a registered gun that is bequeathed to you. However, there are situations where your bequest is unregistered and this requires knowing what types of guns they are and whether you need to involve the police/ law enforcement. You must discuss this... View More

When the courts reopen, it is a small claims matter. You do it yourself. You do not have to pay them costs if you lose.

As her name is not on the title of the deed, she will not be a record owner. There a few ways of handling this, but I suggest a gifting or loan agreement since she is really not getting anything for her 5% of the deposit that is recorded.

If your primary letters of Administration were in GA, I presume that was where the Decedent was domiciled. New York will allow you to use a small affidavit for a non-domiciliary as an ancillary proceeding to the one you have in GA. You cannot have two main administration proceedings. The... View More

Absolutely. If you hire a lawyer, they can perform any skills or tasks that you hire them to do. This is why it is imperative to go to a lawyer who practices in your needed area as an expert!

No. If you had no permission, it is plain old regular illegal theft.

No. Your attorney can handle this.

It depends on what your buyout agreement says. That is the governing document.

The short answer is you don't. That is the point of bankruptcy -- to not pay your debts. The long answer is that if there is a basis to seek non-discharge of the claim, you can make a complaint to do so.

Ignore, unless they overhang his property, in which case he can cut that part down.

It depends on what your contract says. If it is the form, you need to legalize the deck or cancel the contract. This is a common suburban issue. I am not sure why your attorney cannot deal with it.

You can bring a small claims case. The terms of your lease will govern.

Can you clarify if the Grantor/Trustee is deceased or alive? In other words, do you have a current beneficial interest or do you have a contingent beneficial interest. This very much affects the answer. I would presume that the Grantor is the primary beneficiary. If Grantor has passed away,... View More

This depends on what type of tax you are asking about and the values of your inheritance. In any event, you will get a stepped up basis to your mother's eventual date of death. You are wise to consider this now while you have time to plan for it. You and she should sit down with a lawyer... View More