I am so sorry for your loss.  You are correct: a person is not appointed as the executor unless and until the Will is probated. The issue as to the 30 days depends on state case law and is bes

I am so sorry for your loss.  Yes, you would have to file an ancillary proceeding in the state in which the coop is located in order to be able to sell it or transfer it to another party. &nbs

The trust that you have written about is a valid trust albeit it is not funded. If the trustor passes without the trust being funded, then the trust has no assets to be distributed. In such a circu

The matter that you have written about is more of a civil than a criminal matter. In order to get the rings back from your cousin, you should consult with an attorney to write a demand letter to th

In California, you would have to execute what is known as a "disclaimer" of your right to inherit the trust property.  That would be any writing that states that you refuse or decline the prop