The first place to check is with the probate court in the County of the State where the deceased lived.…
A “contest” is usually mounted by the filing of the necessary documents with the probate court by an heir, prospective…
Most of the challenges to invalidate Wills are by potential heirs or beneficiaries who got little or nothing. Questions on…
If someone files an objection to the Will or produces another Will, what is known as a “Will contest” has begun.…
An executor or administrator who is derelict in his or her duty may be held personally liable for damages caused…
It is not a requirement, but usually they are compensated. Certainly, all personal expenses they incur in the management and…
Of course not. It is always your option to serve or decline. Even if you agree to serve you can…
The main tasks of a Personal Representative are to: (1) determine if there are any probate assets; (2) identify, gather,…
It depends on the laws of the state, but usually isn’t an absolute requirement. However it is usually easier –…
You could do so by appointing co-representatives or a secondary representative. However, this could not only cause problems during probate…