Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey

I am eccutrix of my father's will. I will probate next week. He did not mention his personal property in the will, but gave me clear verbal instructions of who to distribute to. Can I act on this information even if all siblings do not agree?


Asked on 5/05/12, 4:16 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Miriam Jacobson Retired from practice of law

No, you may not do anything not provided for in the will. Before you act in a way that will subject you to personal liability for improperly administering the estate, you should have a lawyer guide and assist you.

THIS RESPONSE IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE, SINCE I DO NOT HAVE ALL OF THE INFORMATION THAT WOULD BE REQUIRED, AND I DO NOT HAVE A REPRESENTATION AGREEMENT WITH YOU.

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Answered on 5/05/12, 5:38 pm


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