The estate is responsible for the fees. So, yes, he can collect his money from the estate.
The executor of the estate can close and empty the bank account. Distribution will be in accordance with the will. Consult a probate attorney in your state. You have to wait until the will goes through probate.
Your inharitance money needs to go through probate to be sure no one else has claims to it. Probate will run it's course quickly if there is a will. If you are having issues getting your probate money, then it is best that you hire an attorney. lawyers.findlaw.com/ is a directory of attorneys based in the United States. By using this site, you will be able to find the best probate attorney in your area.
Yes, this must go through probate. The only exception is if you are already a joint account holder or if she had an "in the event of death" beneficiary on the account with your name on it.
Open an estate through the probate court. They can be appointed the executor. Consulting a probate attorney for your location is a good idea.
You would want to go through probate. That will prevent the bank from trying to collect money from the heirs.
The probate laws of virtually all states differ from one another. You must contact your local probate court, or a local practicing attorney, to determine the applicable law in your state.
No. The parent must seek appointment as representative of the estate through the probate court.No. The parent must seek appointment as representative of the estate through the probate court.No. The parent must seek appointment as representative of the estate through the probate court.No. The parent must seek appointment as representative of the estate through the probate court.
This is illegal. Contact an attorney. A will must go through probate or the estate itself must go through probate, but even if she legally inherited everything, there must be a probate process to hand over all legal title to her.
Talk to your lawyer.AnswerIf that's his only property and he doesn't have a wife or children you can visit your local probate court and request an expedited administration. The court can issue a document that will enable you to collect the funds and close the account.
A living will relates to the nature and extent of health care services that will be provided to you near the end of your life. Probate is the process of settling your estate following your death. Whether or not you have to go through probate after death depends on the nature and extent of your estate and the nature of your testamentary instruments. For more details see the following link: http://sandiegoestateplanningblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/do-you-have-to-go-through-probate-if.html The answer to this question is for educational purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. You must consult with an attorney about the specific facts and circumstances of your case.
Maybe, but not normally. Unless the step-child was adopted they are not a descendant of the deceased. However, if their parent received the estate through their spouse, they may have a claim. You need to consult a probate attorney in your jurisdiction with all of the specifics.
As I understad the question I am reading it as so. Your father had a power of attorney over your bank account. Your father died and you wish to find out what has happened regarding your bank account. First your father would no longer be your attorney in fact do to his death. If this was something that you did you can often revoke a Power of Attorney and then you would have full control over the account. If this was court ordered do to some sort of legal incapacity that made you unable to handle your financial affairs a new POA needs to be assigned and they can take over your account.