Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey

I understand the reason for "an order to show cause to remove executor". I am a beneficiary who wants to file one, but everyone is telling me I automatically have to get a lawyer..why is that? I have all my information needed to go with this form and all the evidence as well...I cannot afford a lawyer and it is a minimal amount of money that is due to me...Can u help me please?


Asked on 10/09/10, 12:30 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Walter LeVine Walter D. LeVine, Esq.

While these matters can be handled "pro se", that is - by yourself, without an attorney, there are rules and procedures that are technical and might be beyond what a non-lawyer can do. You run the risk of losing your case (presuming it is a good one), if these rules are not followed. If you have little funds, have you considered going to Legal Aid or a similar group who might be able to help you and who are staffed with attorneys who usually work "pro bono" (for free) if you qualify.

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Answered on 10/14/10, 12:49 pm


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