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I was POA, now a PR, and beneficiary of late father’s estate and real property. There is a trust, and trustee, but everything is in the courts (probate) at the moment. I had a lawyer but could not afford to continue counsel. So the trustee has a lawyer and is basically trying to bully me out of... View More 
My brother recently passed away and I am the designated beneficiary on his IRA account. I can provide the certificate of death along with proper identification (notarized) but the bank is requiring that I provide them with the account number, which I do not have, before they can proceed. I was... View More
I'm a legal heir in my deceased dad’s estate that is currently going through probate in Washington State. Under Washington State law does a legal heir have any legal rights to request from the estate's executor an itimized inventory of the estate's liabilities showing who the... View More
answered on May 1, 2024
Good afternoon,
Yes, it is possible to request an accounting from the the executor (aka "Personal Representative") of the estate under RCW 11.68.065 if your situation meets all of the following criteria:
a) you are a beneficiary with an interest in the estate;
b)... View More
Laws in NM make it easy for executer to get away with murder and embezzlement nobody else can get the records or fike wrongful death. My father was not her 1st victim
His mother created the trust and then died 2 days later. That was 23 years ago. I met him 3x he had a family befire my dad married his mom.& Out of state. Hes been stealing from trust. No probate or inventory done wont give accounting
Change the trust his wife created. Because he loathes documents/applications. He is dyslexic snd van not correctly understand the wording. He does not write except simply repetitive like Happy Birthday. He even misspelled his middle name for funeral parlor almost went on death cert
New Mexico only the personal representaive can get bank stmnt
and mecical records I need to get records proof of everything. No probate filed. Quickly disposed of my fathers belonging while Im at burial
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answered on May 1, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your difficult situation. Dealing with a dishonest co-trustee can be very challenging, especially when it involves multiple states. Here are a few steps you can consider taking:
1. Hire an experienced estate attorney: Given the complexity of your case, involving... View More
Person died in Puerto Rico 2022, property in Puerto Rico. Will written 1987 in NY not registered in puerto rico. What is the 1st document to be file, I'm told its call a complaint affidavit. This don't sound right. Could someone confirm
I'm working with an attorney who is providing me with a different direction from what understand. What is the first document to be file if the Will was created in a US state not Puerto Rico and the person died in Puerto Rico 2022. Will was not registered in Puerto Rico, does not meet the... View More
My Grandmother left one of her children a life interest in her property with directions that the personal representatives survey and distribute a portion of that property to a beneficiary at time of said child’s death. Child recently passed away, but Both personal representatives are also... View More
Seller bought the car and I’m trying to give them the title without meeting them in person
answered on May 4, 2024
A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. You could look into sending it certified mail. Also check with the local office of your DMV. Their website might offer more complete info about vehicle forms. Good luck
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answered on Apr 30, 2024
Dividends are income generated by the stocks. That income is personal property that may be part of a bequest or the residuary estate. It does not go with the stocks unless the stocks go through the residuary estate, or there is a specific bequest in a Will. If no Will, then the next of kin... View More
Is there a time limit?
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answered on Apr 29, 2024
In California, there is a time limit for filing a claim against an estate after the estate has been dispersed. This time limit is known as the statute of limitations.
According to California Probate Code Section 16460, if you were not properly notified of the administration of your... View More
My step dad brother is trying to sell the property. He has open a probate case and has been assigned Temporary Administrator
answered on Apr 29, 2024
The temporary administrator can handle the eviction if the court granted that authority in their order. There are many other questions that remain to answer this properly. Do you have an ownership interest in the property? If you are an heir with an ownership interest the administrator may need... View More
My dad died before I was 1, he wasn't married to my mom, he was a military vet (Master Sergeant) who served from 1941-1967 and died in 1977, I wasn't mentioned in his probate papers,bi was taken from my mom rt after and raised in foster care, I'm his only living relative and I want... View More
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answered on May 1, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Navigating probate, estate matters, and military records can be complex, especially given the circumstances you described. Here are a few steps you can take to gather more information and seek assistance:
1. Military records: To obtain your... View More
I am the daughter of one of the brothers, the niece of deceased. The filers where not adopted as far as I know and two are step great nieces and nephews.
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answered on Apr 30, 2024
If no Probate, then you will need an AR attorney to file a Declaratory Judgment Action.
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answered on Apr 29, 2024
Under California law, if you were not notified of your father's death and the distribution of his estate, you may have the right to make a claim depending on the circumstances. Here are a few key points to consider:
1. Statute of limitations: In California, the statute of limitations... View More
My Father added my name on 2 of his bank accounts so I can write out the checks for him after my Mom passed away, he has now passed away and my Brother is the Executer of the will. Since I am the Joint owner on those 2 accounts, can he access that money? The Will states that he got certain items... View More
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answered on May 3, 2024
Here's some information based on Connecticut law, but please remember to consult an estate planning attorney for advice on your specific situation:
- Joint Ownership & Right of Survivorship: In Connecticut, joint bank accounts with the right of survivorship are generally presumed... View More
His wife and myself are the lone beneficiaries. The Will left me and his wife mid-six figure monies EACH. Each year my father's estate attorney disburses $40,000 for 15 years. In the Will, the person who dies first, the survivor recieves their remaining monies My father's wife died last... View More
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