Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey

A friend's husband died suddently intestate with debts in his name. He owns properties in another country (third world), but his parents have the deeds and refuse to give them to his wife. Does she need to report them as part of his property, if she can't get the deeds?


Asked on 10/29/10, 5:39 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Jonathan Chester The Law Office of Jonathan S. Chester, Esq., LLC

U.S. estate tax applies to ALL assets, wherever they may be located. Having physical possession of the deeds means nothing. If the husband owned the real estate [3rd world or not] then the local property laws will control what happens to that real estate upon the owners death.

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Answered on 11/03/10, 5:58 am
Robert Davies The Davies Law Firm, P.A.

This is not a simple situation. Your friend could use the help of a lawyer.

Give me a call, make an appointment to come see me, and let's get moving on this for you.

Robert Davies, Esq. 201-820-3460

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To get legal advice that you can rely on and use, please contact me directly. I would be happy to assist you.

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Answered on 11/03/10, 8:00 am


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