Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey

Re: Aunt listed lawyer as a co -executor

Unless the lawyer resigns as co-executor, you are stuck with her as co-executor. However, you can use any lawyer you wish as the estate's lawyer. Depending upon the size of your aunt's estate and how the assets are registered (individually or jointly) or if any have designated beneficiaries, most of the work can be done by your husband, with nominal oversight by an attorney. In retaining an estate attorney, use someone, like me, who is experienced in estate matters and will only charge hourly, not a percentage of the estate, who will guide and oversee that all requirements are met and all necessary documents are filed, which may greatly reduce administration costs. Contact me directly if you have questions, or need assistance.