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Franklin Lakes Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Law Offices of James C. Zimmermann

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  • Serving Franklin Lakes, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • Providing Legal Solutions in Sussex, Passaic and Bergen counties since 1991.

  • Estate Planning LawyersBankruptcy, Bankruptcy Arbitration, and 313 more

James C. Zimmermann
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Murano & Roth, LLC

4.9
62 Reviews

  • Serving Franklin Lakes, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers4 awards

  • We believe that legal representation is as much about our relationship with you as it is about fighting for your rights.

  • Estate Planning LawyersBankruptcy, Personal Injury, and 48 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

John Murano
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Jones & Jones

4.7
1 Review

  • Serving Franklin Lakes, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Professional Representation Delivering Results for Financial Institutions, Businesses and Individuals

  • Estate Planning LawyersTrial Practice, Appellate Practice, and 35 more

Graham O. Jones
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Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins LLP

5.0
1 Review

  • Serving Franklin Lakes, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 10 lawyers1 award

  • GETTING IT DONE. EXPERTLY. EXTRAORDINARILY. EFFICIENTLY.

  • Estate Planning LawyersFranchising, Litigation, and 10 more

David A. Cannon
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Uscher Quiat Uscher & Russo, P.C.

4.9
57 Reviews

  • Serving Franklin Lakes, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers3 awards

  • Disability Attorneys Fighting For Your Disability and Life Insurance. Call for a FREE Consultation Today! Offices in NY & NJ.

  • Estate Planning LawyersDisability Claims, UNUM Claims, and 4 more

Joseph Russo
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Strasser & Associates, P.C. A Professional Corporation

4.0
7 Reviews

  • Serving Franklin Lakes, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 8 lawyers2 awards

  • Strasser & Associates, P.C., is a general practice law firm serving individuals and business clients state wide.

  • Estate Planning LawyersGeneral Practice, Federal Practice, and 12 more

  • Free Consultation

Conrad M. Olear
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Conte Clayton & Austin, P.A.

4.9
59 Reviews

  • Serving Franklin Lakes, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • ESTATE PLANNING, PROBATE & BUSINESS LAW, ADMITTED IN FL & NJ

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Transactions and Corporate Counsel, Litigation, and 6 more

Brendan Greve
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Newman, Simpson & Cohen, LLP

5.0
1 Review

  • Serving Franklin Lakes, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers1 award

  • Newman & Simpson, LLP is a full-service business law firm.

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Law, Corporate Law, and 34 more

Daniel P. Simpson
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Leopold Law, LLC

4.9
60 Reviews

  • Serving Franklin Lakes, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Experienced And Aggressive Lawyers You Can Trust. Ready to Serve you with Integrity and Respect. Free Consultation

  • Estate Planning LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 28 more

Howard B. Leopold
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The Paton Law Firm, LLC

4.2
21 Reviews

  • Serving Franklin Lakes, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Highly Experienced Estate Planning, Business & Real Estate Lawyers | Wills & Trusts | Business Transactions | Responsive Personal Service 201-546-5298

  • Estate Planning LawyersWills, Trusts, and 96 more

  • Free Consultation

Kimberly A. Paton
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Brach Eichler LLC

4.6
121 Reviews

  • Serving Franklin Lakes, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 100 lawyers2 awards

  • A multidisciplinary law firm with more than 55 years practicing law, we are ready to meet virtually any legal services need. Our attorneys are dedicated to delivering outstanding... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersPersonal Injury, Labor and Employment, and 5 more

Caroline Patterson
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Law Offices Charles A. Gruen

5.0
5 Reviews

  • Serving Franklin Lakes, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers1 award

  • Attorney At Law

  • Estate Planning LawyersGeneral Practice, Litigation, and 21 more

Charles A. Gruen
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CHOI LAW FIRM

4.9
34 Reviews

  • Serving Franklin Lakes, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Family Law, Estate Planning, and Commercial Litigation Law Firm serving Northern New Jersey and New York City with over 90 years experience. Dedication and loyalty from attorneys... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersCommercial Litigation, Criminal Law, and 47 more

Sandra Choi
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Ronald E. Calissi

  • 557 Franklin Lakes, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417

Smith, Crotty, Meyer & Bruins

  • 851 Franklin Lake Road, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417

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Commonly Asked Estate Planning Questions From Users Near You

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.

In NJ can an executor grant a durable power of attorney to his sibling to assist in handling the estate matters?

Diana L. Anderson
Answered by attorney Diana L. Anderson
Estate Planning lawyer at Diana L. Anderson
Yes !  the banks may have an issue with this - but be insistent.  I do it all the time for my clients.  as the Executor you will still need to sign tax returns, contracts, etc. but the more administrative tasks, such as going to the bank, can be done by someone else via your POA.  The bank will most likely not let you pull all of the money out of the account until you either pay estate/inheritance taxes, or prove no taxes are due by obtaining a waiver. 
Yes !  the banks may have an issue with this - but be insistent.  I do it all the time for my clients.  as the Executor you will still need to sign tax returns, contracts, etc. but the more administrative tasks, such as going to the bank, can be done by someone else via your POA.  The bank will most likely not let you pull all of the money out of the account until you either pay estate/inheritance taxes, or prove no taxes are due by obtaining a waiver. 
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RE: NJ Law when heir inherits a home with a 2nd mortgage.

Diana L. Anderson
Answered by attorney Diana L. Anderson
Estate Planning lawyer at Diana L. Anderson
The answers to this question depend on the mortgage, and the terms of the will.  The will may stipulate that the heirs take the property subject to the mortgage.  If that's the case, the heirs can take over the mortgage payments, but technically, the heirs should have the mortgage redone in their name.  Changing the title to the property could cause an acceleration of the mortgage and require immediate payment.  A bigger question becomes, what happened to the proceeds of the second mortgage?  Did the decedent take that in a lump payment and it went to other heirs?   Can the first and second mortgages be combined and refinanced?  Rates are good now and it might be worth your while to qualify and re-do the whole thing.  
The answers to this question depend on the mortgage, and the terms of the will.  The will may stipulate that the heirs take the property subject to the mortgage.  If that's the case, the heirs can take over the mortgage payments, but technically, the heirs should have the mortgage redone in their name.  Changing the title to the property could cause an acceleration of the mortgage and require immediate payment.  A bigger question becomes, what happened to the proceeds of the second mortgage?  Did the decedent take that in a lump payment and it went to other heirs?   Can the first and second mortgages be combined and refinanced?  Rates are good now and it might be worth your while to qualify and re-do the whole thing.  
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My dad passed away and I am the excuxertor do I have to put everyone money in a interest bearing account till they are 18. Or just in a bank account.

Diana L. Anderson
Answered by attorney Diana L. Anderson
Estate Planning lawyer at Diana L. Anderson
It's not possible to answer based on the information you have given.  If the minors parents are alive you can have them take control of the funds or place it in a custodial account. 
It's not possible to answer based on the information you have given.  If the minors parents are alive you can have them take control of the funds or place it in a custodial account. 
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