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First, you're not the executor until you have been appointed by the probate court. Some people may be capable of settling an estate without hiring an attorney, especially if they have some legal experience. However, you should be aware that the executor is personally liable for any errors they make regarding creditors, and distribution of the estate to the heirs. The estate must be settled according to the probate laws in your jurisdiction. An attorney would make certain you performed all your tasks according to those laws that govern estates.
First, you're not the executor until you have been appointed by the probate court. Some people may be capable of settling an estate without hiring an attorney, especially if they have some legal experience. However, you should be aware that the executor is personally liable for any errors they make regarding creditors, and distribution of the estate to the heirs. The estate must be settled according to the probate laws in your jurisdiction. An attorney would make certain you performed all your tasks according to those laws that govern estates.
First, you're not the executor until you have been appointed by the probate court. Some people may be capable of settling an estate without hiring an attorney, especially if they have some legal experience. However, you should be aware that the executor is personally liable for any errors they make regarding creditors, and distribution of the estate to the heirs. The estate must be settled according to the probate laws in your jurisdiction. An attorney would make certain you performed all your tasks according to those laws that govern estates.
First, you're not the executor until you have been appointed by the probate court. Some people may be capable of settling an estate without hiring an attorney, especially if they have some legal experience. However, you should be aware that the executor is personally liable for any errors they make regarding creditors, and distribution of the estate to the heirs. The estate must be settled according to the probate laws in your jurisdiction. An attorney would make certain you performed all your tasks according to those laws that govern estates.
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∙ 9y agoFirst, you're not the executor until you have been appointed by the probate court. Some people may be capable of settling an estate without hiring an attorney, especially if they have some legal experience. However, you should be aware that the executor is personally liable for any errors they make regarding creditors, and distribution of the estate to the heirs. The estate must be settled according to the probate laws in your jurisdiction. An attorney would make certain you performed all your tasks according to those laws that govern estates.
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do you have to have a lawyer to probate a will if the will dictates who is teh executor ?
If you already have a named executor, there is no need for a lawyer.
Do you need a family lawyer in the same county in Florida as the original order in order to make a settlement offer?
You need a family lawyer who is admitted to practice in Florida.
What are executor's fees in Florida?
The executor's fees in Florida may vary. However, generally the executor's fees in Florida are around 1.5-3% depending on the amount of money.
How do you change the executor in a will in New York state do you need a lawyer?
An attorney is a good idea but not required. A codicil can be created that changes the executor, but it must meet all the proper requirements.
How can you get your gun rights in Florida?
You will need a lawyer and lots of money
Is it common for the lawyer to be executor of a will?
It is often the attorney who is named executor of a will. This prevents the family from fighting over how things are done. Banks are another common executor.
Can a lawyer keep a will from someone?
Lawyers have specific instructions and regulations regarding who they share the contents of the will with. After someone dies, the contents are shared with the beneficiaries and interested parties only. The above answer is correct, so here are just a few details for which the answer was flagged: Before the testator dies a lawyer can keep a will from everyone except the testator if the testator wants it back. After the testator dies, a lawyer can keep a will from everyone except the named executor or other person who has the first obligation to probate the will. After the testator dies, a lawyer representing an executor can keep a will from everyone, even beneficiaries, if the executor directs the lawyer to not to give it out. The lawyer has to go by the client's directives, even though they may be misguided. The lawyer will tell the executor that it is the executor's obligation to give the will to beneficiaries; but it is the executor's obligation to give out the will. The lawyer does not act independently of the executor. Lastly, there is no "law" that specifies whether a lawyer can or cannot keep a will from someone. The above two answers are what I believe to be accurate interpretations of a lawyer's obligations on client confidentiality and scope of authority in representing a client.
Buy a gun in Florida with a felony with held adjudication?
You will need the services of a lawyer.
What is the Florida statue for robbery with firearm?
You need the services of a lawyer for a current and correct answer.
What if executor never divided the will asets?
If the executor never divided the assets, find out why and give your definition of never. Frequently, assets are not divided for a period of 9 months or a little more. If the executor has given the final report to the probate court and then does not divide the assets, you may have a reason to complain. After you have checked with the executor, you might need to check with a lawyer.
When an executor of a will dies who replaces them to find lawyer for probate?
The court will appoint a new executor. Consult a probate attorney and they will help you get it resolved.
What happens in Missouri when the executor of a will is incarcerated?
The court will not usually appoint someone to be an executor if they are incarcerated. The court can appoint anyone as the executor and will often appoint a bank or lawyer to take care of the estate.
