If my father had a living Will do I need a lawyer to settle the estate?
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If my father had a living Will do I need a lawyer to settle the estate?
I have already filed one life insurance policy and got back the checks. The person that set up trust says that it will cost $3,500 to finish. Not sure this is a fair amount. Dad had everything spelled out in trust. – house contents, bank accounts, etc.
Asked on March 20, 2012 under Estate Planning, New York
Answers:
Sharon Siegel / Siegel & Siegel, P.C.
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
No, it is not required to have a lawyer to settle a trust. However, depending on the assets involved and the situation, it may be advisable. What does the $3,500 cover? Is anyone challenging the trust?
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