You should visit the local Probate Court department and inquire there. If there is a surviving spouse or adult children the court will favor their appointment over yours unless they consent to your being appointed executor. If there is no surviving spouse or adult children the court would likely appoint you if your parents and siblings consent. The court clerk can provide you with the proper forms and procedure in your jurisdiction. If there is real property in the estate or other valuable assets then you should contact an attorney who specializes in probate law for advice.
The estate of the deceased has to file tax returns.
Once the individual is deceased, they would apply to the probate court. If there is a will, it may name an executor, if not, there is usually a form to fill out and have signed by the heirs.
In most cases that will be a responsibility of the estate. The executor is supposed to file taxes for the deceased and the estate.
Yes, an executor may need to file Form 56 with the IRS when handling the estate of a deceased individual. Form 56 notifies the IRS of the appointment of a fiduciary to act on behalf of the estate.
No. You would need to file a timely claim against their estate.
It is not required. You can make your claim against the estate.
An executor cannot file for bankruptcy in the name of the decedent.
Yes, you can file a lien against the property. The estate will have to clear the claim.
You cannot sue a dead person but you can file a claim against the deceased individual's estate. If no estate has been opened, you can petition the court to open an estate.
Yes, she can file a lien. If she has a viable claim, she has the right to do so.
To create an estate for a deceased person, you will need to follow these steps: Obtain the death certificate of the deceased person. Identify and gather all assets and liabilities of the deceased person. Hire an estate attorney to assist with the legal process. File a petition in probate court to open the estate. Notify creditors and beneficiaries of the estate. Pay off debts and distribute assets according to the deceased person's will or state laws if there is no will. Close the estate once all debts are settled and assets are distributed.
You must have written proof of the debt. If you do, you can file a claim against the estate as soon as the estate has been filed in probate.