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I filed my father’s will and was appointed executor by the courts but a few days after I did this someone else has presented a new will. Would they have to contest mine since the court already filed it or would theirs automatically be valid since it was more recent? And would they automatically... View More 
answered on Apr 19, 2024
The Register of Wills will automatically convert the proceedings to Judicial Probate, and schedule a hearing to determine which Will is valid. You will likely be converted from a PR to a Special Administrator, which limits what you can do, pending determination by the court as to which will is the... View More
I have completed all paperwork but that is my only hold up to obtain guardianship for my daughter
answered on Sep 10, 2024
You shouldn't need an attorney to get a surety bond. Surety bonds are issued through insurance companies. If you use an insurance agent, check with them. They can lead you in the right direction.
In the state of Maryland they have a Will office in District Court but I can't find an office like that in Washington Dc
answered on Mar 16, 2021
Upon death, the power of attorney terminates and there is no authority to act on behalf of the decedent's assets. Only the Personal Representative of the Estate can act and access the estate assets, and then only for the purpose of administering the estate and distributing the assets to the... View More
My Aunt passed away 4 years ago in Washington D.C. She was not married, nor did she have children. Her Estate has not been probated because she did not have a Will. She does have several bank accounts with a large amount of money. All other family is out of state, and we realize the complications... View More
answered on Feb 3, 2020
No. Some family member or other interested party must petition to open an estate and be appointed Personal Representative, and all other heirs at law notified of the proceedings. The petitioner need not be a DC resident, but could retain local counsel to act as agent and guide them through the... View More
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answered on Feb 13, 2018
Not enough facts to answer this question. What gives you the right to claim an interest in "the sale of the house and bank accounts"? Were you named in a will by the deceased owner of these assets as an heir or legatee? Is your name on the title to these assets? If so, you will need... View More
I am an adult only child and through recent estate planning have been named Executor to my parents' estate. My parents are elderly and vulnerable. My father has Alzheimer's disease. My 80-year old aunt has invited herself to visit to take care of my mother during her recovery from surgery... View More
answered on Oct 28, 2017
If you are the sole beneficiary in the Will, you might be able to handle it, but a legal consult can’t hurt. Sometimes, having a lawyer as PR is a wise choice, and lawyers can’t charge twice for their roles as PR and counsel. But, if you are worried about undue influence from your Aunt, it... View More
I am buying a place in DC. The renters have already signed their topa rights away. However i need them to sign the notice to vacate so my bank can move forward. They are supposed to be out the 30th of june. 2 days from now and have agreed. I also went to back to the place to show my GF and the... View More
answered on Jun 28, 2017
No. You talking to a tenant is not grounds for revocation of your realtor's license. But, it does sound like you need a lawyer in your corner to make things go smoother.
answered on Jun 21, 2017
I don't understand your question, but I can tell you that paying the lien may give you a claim against the estate, but it doesn't give you title to the car. Title to the car will follow the terms of the Will unless other plans were made by your father before he passed. You might ask to... View More
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