Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey

may one of the estate's executor who is also a member of the law firm also charge legal fees in addition to receiving the executor commission which in NJ is governed by staute?


Asked on 3/25/11, 9:53 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Davies The Davies Law Firm, P.A.

no. it is one or the other. as far as I know.

this is just a general answer. come in and see me, and let's see what we can do about this.

Robert Davies, Attorney 201 820 3460

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Answered on 3/25/11, 2:46 pm
Walter LeVine Walter D. LeVine, Esq.

Technically, both can be charged, but usually, and being fair to the estate, only one is charged. Most attorney/executors only charge one fee.

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Answered on 3/25/11, 6:13 pm


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