Q: Mother pass away with no will I want to know what do I do next?
My mother died with out a will. Family trying to take advantage and take everything without going through the proper procedure. I want to know what can I do and what do I have the rights over and she has a house that me and my sister currently live in but it is a mortgage involve and I want to know what do I do now do I need to get a attorney on my end to secure assets that would go to my sister and I?
A: Sorry to hear of your loss. Yes, of course you should talk to an attorney at once, especially if family members are taking advantage. The attorney can review the deed to the house to determine who might be entitled to it, as well as advising on transfer of other assets. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to consult a local probate attorney.
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