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In Ohio who is responsible for a dead spouses medical bills?
In most countries (I expect the state of Ohio would be the same) the debts of a deceased person are normally payed from that person's estate and would be settled by the executor of the estate as part of obtaining probate for the estate. If you are worried (and the estate has an executor) speak to the executor, otherwise seek advice from an attorney if the hospital is coming after you for the money.
Is there a time limit for settling an estate in Ohio?
No, there is no limit to settle an estate. It can take many years for a complex estate.
Can a Michigan resident be executor of an Ohio will?
Probably. Where the will was executed is irrelevant. The only issue is where did the testator die? If the testator died as a resident of Michigan, the will has to be probated in Michigan. If the testator died as a resident of Ohio, the will has to be probated in Ohio. If the named executor, or the person to serve as executor with the will annexed in the absence of the named executor, is not an Ohio resident, s/he may have to designate a "resident agent," usually the lawyer handling the estate.
Is it possible to withdraw from being executor of an estate in Ohio?
It is certainly possible to withdraw from the duties. The court will appoint someone else to serve.
Is a surviving spouse responsible for their deceased spouse's funeral expense in Ohio?
The estate has the responsibility to settle all debts including funeral costs in Ohio. Once that is done, the remainder can be distributed.
Can an Illinois resident be executor of an Ohio will?
yes
What is the order of pay out when paying out an estate in the state of Ohio?
Typically taxes are considered the first thing to be resolved. Then the fees to the executor. The debtors need to be paid out evenly with anything left.
What happens if family member doesn't have life insurance and dies in the state of Ohio and has a house payment and no way to pay for a funeral?
What does his will say? What instructions has he given to the Executor of his estate? How much equity is in the home?
In Ohio does a personal representative named in the Will have any powers if the estate was relieved of administration no one was named executor and the case was closed?
No. In order to have any authority an executor or personal representative must be appointed by a court.No. In order to have any authority an executor or personal representative must be appointed by a court.No. In order to have any authority an executor or personal representative must be appointed by a court.No. In order to have any authority an executor or personal representative must be appointed by a court.
Can an executor of a will be pro se?
Yes. I was the Executor of the estate of my life partner of 29 years and functioned Pro Se. Did all accounting, prepared and filed all required Probate forms without an accountant or lawyer. In the State of Ohio, the Probate Court is restricted from providing legal advice to the Executor and will suggest you consult an attorney for any advice. BWH in Dayton, OH
How long does it take to get a probate court date in Erie county Ohio for a wrongful death estate only?
There is no specific time frame in Ohio. The law suit has to be settled, the estate has to be inventoried and appraised, the debts collected, taxes paid and the terms of the will meet.
Who is responsible for parents debt in Ohio There was only 4K life insurance and that was put towards funeral bill.?
The estate is. The reason an estate is opened is to settle all debts. If there isn't enough money to cover everything, the debtors are out of luck.
