Provided that the vehicle and all other probate estate assets total less than $40k, an "Affidavit in Lieu of Probate" can be filed with the local probate court. There are 2 main forms for this simplified procedure: PC-212 and PC-212A. The car would then be divided between your... View More

Designating a beneficiary for your car will keep it out of probate. DMV has a form you can attach to your registration. If you search CT DMV beneficiary designation, you should find that form. But you should know that having a will does not take your estate out of probate. Your will is your... View More

The car is not subject to probate and should not be listed on the probate inventory.

The title transfer is handled by Connecticut DMV.

The vehicle should however be listed on the CT estate tax return, which is typically filed as part of probate.

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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

Your father's domicile controls, which is where he lived with an intent to return. If he has a CT condo, receives mail there and intended to return, then probate court for the town of his Connecticut residence would have jurisdiction.

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answered on Mar 28, 2024

Consult with a probate attorney in CT for advice on venue. Sometimes it is better to venue shop, especially in view of estate creditors and asset location. Or it may make no difference except to the fiduciary's convenience.

Based on the information you provided, you would be better off filing in Connecticut. It sounds to me that he was a resident of Connecticut, and was only temporarily in Massachusetts. Also, because he has assets in Connecticut, the Connecticut probate court, would certainly have jurisdiction.

Unfortunately, there is no central registry for wills. often attorneys will post on the Connecticut Bar Association, listserv asking if anyone has the will for a particular individual. Keep in mind that if you are unable to locate, the will, the Connecticut intestacy statute may provide for the... View More

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answered on Oct 23, 2025

You start by reading the trust document closely to see how and when it allows termination, because in Connecticut a trust typically ends when its purposes are fulfilled and the remaining assets have been distributed. If the instrument authorizes you to wind up once only a small residue remains, you... View More

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answered on Oct 9, 2025

You have the right to know exactly how your Social Security money is being used, and what your conservator is doing with it. If your conservator is keeping your benefits for personal use or charging unauthorized fees, that could be considered misuse of funds. The first step is to report the... View More

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answered on Oct 4, 2025

It sounds like you’re dealing with an incredibly stressful and complicated situation, especially when both inheritance and identity theft are involved. In Connecticut, estate matters are handled through the probate court, which oversees the distribution of a deceased person’s assets. If you... View More

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answered on Sep 17, 2025

The first step is to gather any documentation regarding your great aunt’s bequest, such as the will, trust, or any related legal papers. These documents will clarify the original intent, including any stipulations about the principal and interest for children. If you do not have copies, you may... View More

I'm sorry about the loss of your sister. As my colleague advises, the current state of affairs with the title could be problematic. It would be best to get that title formally transferred. See the backside for instructions on transferring. It's fairly straightforward. Just a sidenote - it... View More

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answered on Sep 1, 2025

In New York and Puerto Rico, intestacy laws generally provide that if a child of the deceased has already passed away, that child’s descendants step into their place and inherit what would have gone to them. This means you and your cousins have the same rights your parents would have had if they... View More

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answered on Aug 22, 2025

Go to the Probate Court and ask for a certified copy of the Probated Will.

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answered on Aug 2, 2025

What you’re facing is painful, especially when family dynamics and trust are involved in managing an estate. If you were removed as co-fiduciary based on false claims, you have the right to request a **rehearing or challenge** that removal by filing a petition in probate court. Gather the... View More

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answered on Jul 19, 2025

Your concerns are understandable, especially when it comes to protecting your future property and your family’s estate. In Connecticut, Title 19 (Medicaid) can recover certain medical costs paid on your behalf, but usually only from assets held at the time of your death—not from assets acquired... View More

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answered on Jul 12, 2025

You have the right to transparency from your conservator, and Connecticut law backs you on this. Under Connecticut General Statutes § 45a-656 and related probate rules, a conservator is required to act in your best interests and must keep you reasonably informed about decisions and actions... View More

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answered on Jun 12, 2025

Your first critical step is obtaining your sister's death certificate from the town clerk's office where she died, as this document is essential for all subsequent legal actions. You'll need the certified death certificate to file any probate application with the court, and... View More

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answered on Jun 11, 2025

You’ll first need to determine whether the lawyer’s estate was opened for probate. Contact the clerk of the probate court in the county where he lived and ask if an estate file exists in his name—if it does, you can file a “creditor’s claim” against that estate for the \$11,000 you... View More