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Allen J. Hammons, Jr.

  • 305A W. Broadway, Ste. A, Brownfield, TX 79316-4338, U.S.A.

Bradford L. Moore

  • 508 W. Broadway, Brownfield, TX 79316-0352, U.S.A.

McGowan & McGowan, P.C.

  • 119 South 6th Street, Brownfield, TX 79316-0071, U.S.A.

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Estate planning attorneys help individuals prepare for the management and distribution of their assets after death or incapacitation. They create legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Their work ensures a client’s wishes are honored, minimizes potential taxes, and simplifies the process for their loved ones.

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This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

What is my best route to go to get my inheritance back?

Kimberly Demetrice French
Answered by attorney Kimberly Demetrice French (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Law Offices of Kimberly D. Moss, PLLC
There is a lot to unpack in your question. Did your father have a will? Did you (or anyone) report your brother's theft while your father was alive? If your father had a will, you need to bring it to the attention of the probate court where he died. If he did not have a will, you will likely need to handle his estate through a process known as administration. Because you mention undue influence and breach of fiduciary duty, I assume your father had a will in place. But I could be in error. In any case, please contact an estate planning attorney as soon as possible to prevent further waste of your father's estate assets.
There is a lot to unpack in your question. Did your father have a will? Did you (or anyone) report your brother's theft while your father was alive? If your father had a will, you need to bring it to the attention of the probate court where he died. If he did not have a will, you will likely need to handle his estate through a process known as administration. Because you mention undue influence and breach of fiduciary duty, I assume your father had a will in place. But I could be in error. In any case, please contact an estate planning attorney as soon as possible to prevent further waste of your father's estate assets.
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Which is better to do, a living trust or a last will?

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Answered by attorney James G Maguire (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at James G. Maguire
I usually recommend a will. You can easily protect each other this way, especially if your estates are simple.
I usually recommend a will. You can easily protect each other this way, especially if your estates are simple.

When you become an administrator of an estate, how do you know your duties?

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Answered by attorney Candace Kay Ladley (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Candace K. Ladley, Attorney at Law
Normally your attorney will provide you with instructions on your duties and liabilities as an executor or administrator. If you still have concerns you should contact your attorney directly and discuss them with him or her. In California, the executor or administrator receives the same fees as the attorney, which is a percentage of the gross estate on a sliding scale. If you perform extraordinary duties, such as running or selling a business or residence, you can have your attorney petition the court for extraordinary fees which are usually based on your knowledge, education and experience. Discuss this with your attorney In Washington state, the executor or administrator is entitled to reasonable fees which are based on your knowledge, education and experience and difficulty in handling the estate. Discuss this with your attorney.
Normally your attorney will provide you with instructions on your duties and liabilities as an executor or administrator. If you still have concerns you should contact your attorney directly and discuss them with him or her. In California, the executor or administrator receives the same fees as the attorney, which is a percentage of the gross estate on a sliding scale. If you perform extraordinary duties, such as running or selling a business or residence, you can have your attorney petition the court for extraordinary fees which are usually based on your knowledge, education and experience. Discuss this with your attorney In Washington state, the executor or administrator is entitled to reasonable fees which are based on your knowledge, education and experience and difficulty in handling the estate. Discuss this with your attorney.
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