Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Maryland
In Montgomery County MD, once an estate has had the list of assets filed and estate has gone to probate who is responsible for the following?
Finding out the amount of probate tax, the PR of the lawyer?
Finding out the amount of State Tax, the PR of the lawyer?
Finding out the amount of Federal tax, the PR of the lawyer?
1 Answer from Attorneys
It all depends. The personal representative signs a retainer agreement with the attorney. The retainer agreement will outline the boundaries of representation. Some want the attorney to handle all legal matters. Others will seek advice from counsel as needed. Also, personal representatives may hire an accountant in addition to counsel. Of course, the accountant would discuss taxes with the personal representatives.
Also licensed in Maryland and practicing in several counties in the state.
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My father passed and i am trying to find out about his will Asked 6/28/10, 11:06 am in United States Maryland Probate, Trusts, Wills & Estates