Q: my mother passed away in august of 2016. my brother and my names are on everything. do we need an estate lawyer?
our names are on the property, investments, bank accounts. we have no disputes. do we need an estate attorney? we are going to sell the property which is 40 tillable acres and 7acres with buildings.
A:
If you and your brother are already properly titled on all of your mother's assets and do not have to go through the probate process then you most likely do not require the assistance of an estate planning attorney.
That said, if there are issues with the title or your mother remains on the title of some property and you find yourself unable to remove her name from the title, you will most likely require the assistance of an estate planning attorney or probate attorney. I would also advise you to consult with an attorney experienced in real estate deals if you are looking to sell a large amount of land.
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