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Q: Mother died August 2019. Sister is executrix. There is a will and she and I are the only heirs. To be split 50/50.

I have never received an inventory or accounting and inheritance tax filed. Many items removed by sister without informing me. Would Title 20 chapter 33 subpart a apply to get information.

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John B. Whalen, Jr.
John B. Whalen, Jr.
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  • Probate Lawyer
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Licensed in Pennsylvania

A: ... hello ...

... yes (among other items) ...

... she has an absolute duty to explain and disclose everything to you ...

... I would consult an experienced probate and estates attorney if she has not done so ...

... John ...

Michael Cherewka
Michael Cherewka
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  • Probate Lawyer
  • Wormleysburg, PA
  • Licensed in Pennsylvania

A: yes, Title 20, Chapter 33, Subpart discusses the Inventory and sets time limits for filing the Inventory, what has to be included in the Inventory, etc.. Also sets forth that the court can compel the executor to file an Inventory if he or she has not done so.

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