Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey

Re: Foreclosure information

It is doubtful Legal Aid will take a case like this. You don't mention if there was a Will probated, or whether an Executor or Administrator of the Estate has been appointed. If so, what is that person doing? Also, what assets does the Estate have and is there any equity in the house? If yes, is it listed for sale? If there is he somehow has to get an attorney in NJ or file his own written Answer to the Complaint. There are too many variables here for an answer unless he speaks personally to an attorney. He may call me if he likes. 973/661/3400

Re: Foreclosure information

If your son did not have a legal interest in the house (i.e., his name was not on the deed), the result of a foreclosure would be to terminate any right he has as an heir to claim an interest in the property.

Taking any steps to protect that interest should be evaluated with reference to whether or not there is a will, if your son inherited the house under the will, the value of the property, what his share would be, what other assets are in the estate, and what debts that have to be paid out of the assets.

It may not be worth trying to answer and defend against the foreclosure.

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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