If nephew is the beneficiary of the Husband's will, he will have to file the will in the probate court. Meet with and retain an experienced probate attorney to assist in your quest.

This requires a private meeting to discus the particulars of your assets, and goals.

The surviving spouse of a decedent who dies domiciled in this state has a right of election that is not defined in finite dollar amounts. Review Rhode Island intestacy laws at your leisure, and/or hire a practicing probate attorney to assist in the proceedings. see:... View More

Your friend would do well to meet with an attorney practicing probate and guardian law.

Depending on whom are the heirs and what there rights are under the will, if any, and who will be the executor, or administrator, the answer may vary. Meet with a probate attorney in your area and discuss the details in private. If you are the executor, retain an attorney to assist you in... View More

Yes, the property that your mother disposed of in her will may need to be filed in probate court. Consult with an attorney to review the will and your options.

technically an attorney is rarely required, but (a loaded question) is always a good idea. essential if it is a contested matter.

Short answer-yes for all probate assets ( without joint owners or beneficiary designations)

Powers of Attorney are for people who are alive, not for 'an estate' ... something is wrong here either in what is being asked or in your understanding of it.

If what is going on is that someone has petitioned to become executor/personal representative and wants the other... View More

A trust that

1) is designed primarily to hold life insurance and

2) cannot be revoked.

I think what you may have wanted to ask is 'why would you want such a thing' and the answer usually is 'you wouldn't' but there are some REALLY specific and... View More

If your mother left a lot of specific bequests (e.g. "My house I give to x. My car I give to y, my investment account I leave to z, and I give $20,000 to my son, and there isn't another $20k anywhere other than in those other specific things already given away, then the gift may... View More

He no longer has an ownership in the real estate to "will" to anyone. You still own your share, however to do with as you see fit.

You don't have to be present. Hire a local lawyer. Good luck.

There is no 'one size fits all' estate plan. SOMETIMES it is a good idea to avoid probate, and in MANY cases, probate can actually avoid problems that trying to avoid it will create. Sometimes, heirs NEED the structure of probate to insure everything gets done properly and in a timely... View More

Meet with an attorney to create documents necessary for your son to act on your behalf.

The attorney handling the estate in the Probate court in the town where the person died and usually where the property is located will be best suited to explain the circumstances when a cy press order MAY be entered and under what circumstances such a deviance may be allowed by the court/Judge... View More

If he is willing to serve in that capacity, consult with an attorney to assist in preparing the appropriate documents.

Assuming he is willing to serve in this capacity, meet with an attorney to draft the appropriate documents for you.

It sounds like it is a perfect time for your husband to meet with, and retain, an attorney to advocate for his rights.

Sorry for your loss. I'd suggest meeting with and retaining an attorney who works with intestate estates to best manage the legal aspects of his estate.