That will depend on what the will says. In most cases, the bulk of the of estate would be expected to go to the spouse.
If your father is deceased, it is a refusal to accept any proceeds.
Your father's estate is responsible for his debts. If he owned any assets when he died his estate must be probated. You should speak with an attorney.
The adoption wiped out any rights to the estate as an heir. However, if she was listed in the will, yes, she can make a claim.
Absolutely! Many people have either 2 Executrixs (female) or perhaps an Exector (male) and Executrix. Executrix's aren't taken lightly and they are to follow the wishes of the deceased to the letter. This means paying off all bills and other debts, and then the Estate goes into Probate and they will be sure all person/property taxes are paid and all creditors are paid. Once this is done then what is left in the Estate will be disbursed to any Heirs that the deceased mentioned in the Will. The Executrix can also collect 1% - 3.5% out of the total assests of the Estate for carrying out this duty, but anything over 3.5% may go into court as it's on the high side. Usually family within family won't charge anything for being Executrix or if they feel they deserve it won't go over 2% of the total Estate. Marcy * The person will need to file a request with the probate court to obtain a copy of the will if the primary executor or executrix refuses to supply them a copy.
In most cases there will be none. The estate was left to the brother.
The imidiate family has the right to their fathers estate.
Yes, a half sister can share in her fathers estate if she was the blood daughter of the father.
In most cases, the eldest child is not automatically responsible for handling their deceased father's estate. Typically, the responsibility falls on the executor named in the father's will or, if there is no will, on the legal heirs as determined by law. It is important to consult with a legal professional to understand the specific requirements and obligations related to handling the deceased father's estate.
If the girlfriend is still alive then she can change her beneficiary. If she died and didn't change her beneficiary then you may have a claim if her estate went to your father. You should speak to an attorney. You refer to a "policy holder" in your question as well as an "estate". If the subject is a life insurance policy and your father was the beneficiary but was deceased when the insured died then be aware that the girlfriend probably named a contingent beneficiary on her policy.
The estate of the deceased is liable. If you inherit any money, property or valuables these should have been used to settle the estate. If there was no estate then you will need to show this to the IRS.
My father is deceased my mother used quitclaim deed to sell property what about the kids do fathers interest pass to kids
What does the will say? Who is executor of the estate? Were any plans made by the deceased?