in ga what happens if you die without a will?
399818
You need to have a will...without a will, often the state will confiscate everything.  It is better to leave it to someone.
1021135
First of all, if you are an "executor" it means you were appointed to be that in her will.  If this is the case, it does not matter that you have had a felony, especially 12 years prior.\n\nIf your mother has no will, her estate would need an administrator, which would be decided by the probate court. If you are seeking to be the "administrator" of the will, you will need to see an attorney to file the correct paperwork.  (If you are a woman, you would be an "executrix" or "administratrix".) The only way that the felony could matter is if someone else opposes your appointment for that reason.
836911
Wills need to be filed with the county when someone dies.  Im sure if you called the main county number, they can direct you!\n\nGood luck!
250391
If your mother left a will, it would have to be presented to probate court fairly quickly. The probate file is a public record, so you can go the clerk's office, find the docket number and look at the will. If she did not leave a will, it is possible there is no probate. As her daughter, there is nothing to prevent you from going to court with a petition to be appointed administrator of her estate (with a death certificate). That might wake your brothers up a bit.\n\nIf they have started a probate action, you should have received notice or been asked to assent to the probate and their appointment. If they have not done that, there is usually a legal procedure to force them to do it.\n\nYou need to talk to an estate lawyer in your area.
434955
you would have to check with his lawyer and if he doesn't have one, then he may not have a will.
160917
The will has to be probated in the probate court for the county in which he died. You can call the clerk's office and ask for the docket number and how much it will cost to get a copy. Then send a letter requesting a copy with the fee required and the docket number. Or go to the court and ask for it.\n\nProbate records are public records, not under the control of a lawyer. Some people need to know when to not say anything.
576854
Take the will to the courthouse in the county where the deceased person resided.  There should be a court office set up for helping people in your situation.  In my state its called the Probate Court. They will probate the will and give out documents that will allow the executor (person designated by the deceased person to wrap up his affairs) to go to banks etc. and do whatever the deceased person could have done if still alive.  Its usually just a matter of filing forms.  I would avoid the expense of a lawyer unless the estate is complex or you anticipate litigation amongst family members.
699019
It depends upon how the property was owned by your mother and step-dad.  If their names were listed as John Doe and Jane Doe, joint tenants, then your step-father became the sole owner once your mother died.  If that happened, once your step-father died, the land passed down according to his will or to his heirs if he died without a will.  As a stepchild, you are not considered one of his heir if he died without a will.\n\nYou really need to go to the county courthouse to see how the land was titled when your mother was still alive. Once you have that information, post a new question on her stating exactly how the official records showed the way the land was owned, leaving out the actual names of course.
651362
No, just add a statement as to what should happen should they not be in agreement to an issue not addressed in your will.   Like the courts can make  a determination as to the disposition of the asset if no agreement is made between the executors
389564
The answer depends upon the state where the parents had their domicile at the time of their deaths. Where did they live? Intestate (without a will) estates are the subject of state laws, so there are in fact, 50 different answers to your question. In some states it is rather simple and inexpensive to resolve such a matter, and in other states it is unfortunately not so. I would suggest going to a nearby law library (such as at a law school or in a county courthouse) where you can probably find information that would help. And no, it's not rocket science. With a few minutes time you would be able to read and understand some of the basics of whatever state you're in. You could also probably get some of the basic information from the local clerk of court.
810842
To see that ALL of the will's directions are followed. You will also have to dispose(sell)  or distribute any worldy goods of the departed one. Also, you will need to see that all the bills of the departed one are paid. The money comes from liquidating assets of the departed one.  You need to take the will to probate and they will direct you in the legal matters.  In our state you can claim 2.5% of all assets for the duties you have performed. This is optional.  I was executrix of my fathers will and did not take the 2.5%. I just divided everything equally amongst me and my siblings after paying dad's bills (including the funeral). Your state might have slightly different laws so check with probate.  I am in Georgia.     m
688581
I believe Georgia is a communal property state which means all assets belong equally to husband and wife once they are married. That would make the will void because your father was no longer the sole owner of the assets once he got married--- his wife gets equal ownership as soon as they say "I Do."
34971
A will must be processed (probated) at the probate court where the deceased person lived (or owned real estate).  When that is done, a person is assigned to carry out everything within the will.  That person can be a relative or lawyer or whomever the deceased assigned to do it in the will.  The probate court records is where you can get the information you seek as far as a copy of the will and the person or lawyer who is responsible for carrying out everything that is stipulated in the will.\n\nAfter reading the will, you will know what is supposed to be done.  You can also research any court proceedings that have transpired to see what has been done and what was filed with the court so far.  The property within the estate and its value must be filed with the court.  Court personnel will often be very helpful in helping you find what you're looking for or just pointing you in the right direction.  Try to get there at a time when they're not very busy.  For free legal advice, a good source is often the librarian at a nearby law library.  These are generally found at one of your nearby courthouses or at a nearby law school.  You might also consider getting a book at your local bookstore or library on how to probate an estate.  This will teach you the terms you'll need to learn to communicate properly with all the specialized words and learn what is supposed to be done in general by whomever is handling the will.\n\nThen if you find that you don't agree with what is happening as compared to what is supposed to be happening, you will need to speak with a good estate attorney for assistance if you find you can't handle the problem yourself.\n\nGood luck!
945803
DO-IT-YOURSELF WILL KIT\n\nWithout a Will, the COURT will decide the outcome of your estate and determine the guardianship of any minor children. You may leave loved ones with problems and headaches that will need to be resolved in probate court.\n\n:> peace
914641
Wow...  It depends on her will.  If the grandmother of your fiance has a will and leaves the property to her son (first born or not) he will get it all.  If she leaves to your fiance's aunt, she gets it all.  If she doesn't have a will, then it goes to her kids (assuming the grandmother's husband is already passed).  The kids, without a will, will all get an equal portion of the land.
495301
In FLorida, if your husband died intestate (without a will) then his estate will pass by operation of law to you his spouse.  Any property owned separately, i.e. anything that wasn't jointly owned, would go into probate.  Probate is a process whereby the court looks at all the assets and creditors and pays off the debts before transferring the remainder of the money to you.  IN FLordia there is an expedited probate process for small estates, called a summary probate - I think the value of the estate is something like less than $10000.  Also in FLorida, the home isn't included as it is exempted as Homesteas property.  As for the life insurance money - that is a contract between your husband and the INsurance company.  It is not subject to probate and is paid directly to the beneficiary - whoever that is.  As for his stepchildren, they get nothing unless he specifically provided for them, either by way of insurance or by will.
1164963
My husband died unexpectedly 3 weeks ago, without a will. I realize this is a brother but it works the same way.\n\nYou need to go to surrogate court.\n Fill out the form for a executor for small estate (as long as the estate is under $20,000).\n You must list all his assets, property and debts. \nThe filing fee is $1.\n In about 2 weeks (for me) you will get a official copy stating you are the executor of the estate. \nYou must liquefy all assets, pay off all debts starting with his funeral expenses. \nOnce that is paid, you pay off any credit cards or bills he has. After that is done, the remaining monies are distributed to his heirs. \n\nSurrogate court will be very happy to answer any of your questions but...they will not give out legal advice.