Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Pennsylvania

Estates

Currently I am the executer for brothers #'s 2(with a will) and #3 (Intestate) estates. Brother #! died 15 yrs ago, intestate, with his estate still unopened. The three boys were owners of our parents property, joint in common. The recent death of brother #3, now makes me (the only living sibling) 50% owner with the other 50% in trust for my nieces and nephew of brother #2. There is possible Gas Royalties and property sale which will benefit all estates. The problem being Bro #1, I am advised that his estate needs to be opened and someone to sign for his estate to make any transactions. I have two choices, I can petition the court to assign someone impartial to act as Executer for that estate or my nephew wishes that position. With just about 2/3 of the disicion making in my hands, I feel I have a good chance in finally getting this entire nightmare fixed, but I am concerned that signing the renunciation for my nephew to take care of #1 Brother could cause more problems. Please advise the concequences of each. As an added note, the said nephew has not been pleased that I as his Aunt was named as executrix /trustee of his Dad's estate. So there exists anamosity on his part dispite my assurances of legal conclusions.


Asked on 2/12/07, 10:19 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
SHERRY RAGOLE RAGOLE & ASSOCIATES, LLC

Re: Estates

My experience in litigation, real estate and probate issues leads to only one conclusion, you need to hire an attorney to represent you. An estate that was not attended to for 15 years can be a liability prone trap for an innocent administrator. When there is already a hostile party involved, you really need to protect yourself and you can attempt to cast the cost of obtaining legal assistance to guide your actions upon the estates. My firm practices in Forsyth, Dawson, Fulton, Gwinnett, Cherokee and Cobb counties. Please contact us if you are interested in pursuing representation.

Read more
Answered on 2/12/07, 10:38 am
Solomon Weinstein Solomon Weinstein, Esquire

Re: Estates

I concur with the answer provided by the previous post. Your query did not indicate the location of the various estates. If Pennsylvania is where the estates have been raised or need to raised then you should consult with an attorney in Pennsylvania. If Georgia is the jurisdiction then an attorney from Georgia.

Read more
Answered on 2/12/07, 10:51 am


Related Questions & Answers

More Probate, Trusts, Wills & Estates questions and answers in Pennsylvania