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He died due to the care taker canseling more than a dozen of his doctors appointments, changing his doctor, farming him for pills, and now shes selling and giving away his assets (furniture, farm equipment, vehicles, and all his guns are gone). my mother and i have lived next door on his property... View More 
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answered on Feb 27, 2024
You need to file a petition in probate court in the county your grandfather lived prior to his death. The court will notify any other heirs or interested parties (including the caretaker) of the legal matter. You should request to be appointed the personal representative unless someone else can... View More
I know that she has money in the estate.
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
In the situation where you've paid for your friend's burial expenses and you believe there are funds in her estate to reimburse you, it's important to understand the legal process for handling debts and distributions from an estate. Generally, creditors, including individuals who... View More
The inherent name was not changed from the deceased to the legal person. It was not recorded, nor did the money on the loan was reported to the credit bureau. The mortgage company and Fannie Mae illegally to the home. There are documents to prove it. It was also racially motivated, and a lot of... View More
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answered on Feb 5, 2024
When a will is probated and an individual is appointed as the executor and beneficiary, the legal transfer of property, including changes to titles and accounts, requires specific actions to be taken. The failure to change the property title from the deceased to the beneficiary can result from... View More
Naming me executor. To transfer property ownership. Clerk of court, how do I go about this? And can I do this in my own or do I have to have a lawyer?
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answered on Jan 11, 2024
In most states there is no law that obligates an executor to hire an attorney. Just like fixing a car, you are free to do it yourself if you know how. But if you don’t know how you will get better results in the long run if you hire an expert. And just like fixing a car it is also often cheaper... View More
My grandmother passed away a few years ago. Her house was left to her surviving children. Recently, 2 of his siblings passed away, both with leaving children of their own. My dad and his sisters want to do a major renovation on the house, but my uncle's widow is insistent that she's... View More
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answered on Jan 4, 2024
In Georgia, the rights of a surviving spouse to an inheritance depend on how the estate was structured and the specifics of the will, if there is one. When your grandmother passed away and left her house to her surviving children, the inheritance rights would typically follow her will or, in the... View More
My grandmother passed away a few years ago. Her house was left to her surviving children. Recently, 2 of his siblings passed away, both with leaving children of their own. My dad and his sisters want to do a major renovation on the house, but my uncle's widow is insistent that she's... View More
answered on Jan 3, 2024
It depends on whether your grandmother and uncle had a will. If neither of them did, then your uncle's wife and your uncle's children inherit his portion of the property. The husband and children of your aunt who is also deceased are also joint owners of the property. If your uncle or... View More
My father died and the house was s split amongst my sisters and myself. I have begged my sister for years for my part of the house but she ignores me. She also lives in the house. She also forged my signature onto the will. I guess my wife question is... Is there a lawyer out there who wants to... View More
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
In a situation like yours, where there's a dispute over inheritance and allegations of forgery, it's crucial to consult with an attorney experienced in probate and estate law. They can help you navigate the legal complexities of your case and work towards securing your rightful share of... View More
To go to another program like six months at probation detention center
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
In Georgia, if your sister is currently waiting to be placed in the Residential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT) program but wishes to explore alternatives like a Probation Detention Center, there are legal steps that can be taken.
First, it's important to consult with her attorney or... View More
Deceased person owns property in Tennessee but died in Alabama. The property is only in their name and deceased left two biological heirs. In addition the property was owned prior to the second marriage. The deceased has no records of other properties in their name. Based on my research if the... View More
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answered on Dec 29, 2023
The law of the state in which the decedent had lived prior to death is the law that applies with respect to real estate owned in that state and also personal property wherever located.
If the decedent had real property in a state OTHER than the state in which he resided prior to death,... View More
answered on Dec 22, 2023
You will need to file probate. The form of probate you need to file depends on whether your father left a will or not. If your father left a will, you will need to probate the will in solemn form. It is usually a better option than probating the will in common form. If your father did not leave a... View More
What steps should I begin taking to have the deeds transferred to my name
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answered on Dec 23, 2023
In Georgia, handling the estate of a deceased parent, especially transferring property deeds, requires specific legal steps. You should look for an attorney experienced in probate and estate planning. This type of attorney will guide you through the process of administering your father's... View More
We have resided together for past 10 years. After the funeral the father told me to stay in the house because that is what his son would have wanted. 3 days later different story he said that he and sister have to sell the house to pay the lawyers. They also have all monies from bank account and... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2023
If you were not legally married in Georgia or another state, then your rights will be limited to what is in writing. If the life insurance policy lists you as the beneficiary, you will be entitled to the insurance proceeds. Unfortunately, if there is no will, your rights will be limited. Schedule a... View More
I am seeking clarification of the Application of Regulation Z's Ability-To-Repay Rule to Certain Situations Involving Successors-in-Interest, pertaining to Successors-in-Interest who do not have the title to a property. It is my understanding that this rule was intended to prevent predatory... View More
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
Loan assumptions absolutely do not transfer title. You probably need a probate for that, but this is state-specific and you did not say what state the property is in. You also did not say whether the property is residential or not, and that matters too.
Lenders are all too happy to accept... View More
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answered on Nov 21, 2023
No, a temporary administrator does not have the authority to determine who can live in the deceased's home or who needs to be evicted. This is because a temporary administrator is only appointed to manage the estate of the deceased until a permanent administrator or executor is appointed. The... View More
Died while waiting for their share?
Then the other name sells with quit claim deed, cheating the dead person's heirs by not informing them that they had an inheritance? How do I get my dead mommas inheritance? Daddy never told us, now I have the warrenty deed with mommas name, and the... View More
answered on Dec 6, 2024
It depends on the terms of the divorce decree and the way the deed was written. Whoever was entitled to the property in the divorce decree can sell it under most circumstances. Schedule a free consultation so an attorney can review the divorce decree and the deed.
How was this overlooked by three lawyers and a judge? It seems that something so basic would be confirmed by any attorney. Why would my case be transferred to a new jurisdiction?
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
If the will is not filed for probate it means nothing. Hire a GA attorney to represent your interests.
My grandfather's property on his land tax accessor online went from owner: state of so and so then to owner: estate of so and so with ATTN so and so rite under it..... What does that mean???
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answered on Nov 6, 2024
That is the tax assessor's on line chain of title, which may or may not be correct or complete. Hire a GA attorney to search the title and explain to you the title.
Will he get gain time in PDC for those extra days/months that he sits in jail waiting to be transferred?
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answered on Oct 24, 2024
You need to repost your question under Crime in GA.
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answered on Oct 11, 2024
When you receive a survivor benefit with federal tax withheld, you might be eligible for a refund when you file your tax return. Whether you get a refund depends on your total income and the amount of taxes you owe for the year.
When you file your taxes, the federal taxes that were withheld... View More
The ex wants to sell and asked for the death certificate. My question is , can the ex husband sell the home and take all of the proceeds? This is in Georgia
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answered on Sep 3, 2024
There is not enough information to answer your question. A lot depends on what was written in the settlement agreement regarding who would get the home. You need to consult with an attorney who can review the divorce documents and give you advice.
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