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If my husband and I filed a Will with the probate court but have since changed it, can we now request our old Will back?

Yes, you can retrieve it.  Typically, when a Will is deposited with the court …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 3 years ago

My friend died with no next of kin. Can I claim body for proper burial and, if so, when?

I am sorry for your loss. Most states …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 3 years ago

What happens when the last living parent of 7 children passes away and there is no will? How is the estate administrator appointed?

In the case of an intestate estate, any interested party can petition the Court …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 3 years ago

Will I lose my house? My husband died intestate...and I'm concerned about the status of my home.

I'm very sorry for your loss. I think you need to hire a local attorney …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 3 years ago

My 86 yr old mother wants to put me on her $450,000 acct as primary holder. should it be as joint teants w/survivorship right or tenants in common?

It should be either as joint tenants with survivorship or make it a payable …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 3 years ago