Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Oregon

Re: Estate Question

You need to consult with an attorney in the state where your aunt lived and died. Since it appears that she died in Oregon, you would need an Oregon probate attorney.

Oregon law has a specific order of who receives the property when someone dies without a will. Even though no one else in the family can afford to pay the back taxes, it does not necessarily mean that you can get the house. It would depend on what family members your Great Aunt left.

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Re: Estate Question

You need to speak with a probate attorney located in the state she lived. I practice only in Washington, so may be of no help, but it sounds like you will need to get a probate started. The tax issue is relatively easy to cure (at least in Washington - and assuming you have money to pay the bill) - but without a Will the law Court will look to a formula - intestate succession - to decide who inherits what. Good luck, but highly suggest you speak with a lawyer in the jurisdiction ...