What Happens If I Can’t Find the Original Will?
It is often the case that when somebody passes away, they misplace their Will, or don’t tell their family where they put the original …
Can a Surviving Spouse Avoid Probate in NJ When the Estate Value is Small?
The short answer is yes. In the absence of a will, if a deceased spouse owned less than $50,000 of assets to his or …
Is My Primary Residence Exempt Under NJ Medicaid if it Also Includes Two Rental Units?
The short answer is yes, I believe. New Jersey’s regulation N.J.A.C. 10:71-4.4 states that “[a] house occupied by the individual as his or her …
Pay All Bills Before the Death of a Special Needs Trust Beneficiary
Sadly, the beneficiary of a Special Needs Trust will be dying soon will necessitate winding up the trust. Payments will be owed to creditors …
How to Gain Access to a Safe Deposit Box Upon the Death of a Person
By Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq.
Should You Apply to be the Administrator of a Deceased Person’s Estate Who Died Without Having a Will?
Before You Apply to Be an Administrator of an Estate, Make Sure You Are Financially Qualified to Be Bonded and Will Be Approved by …
An Executor or Administrator is Allowed to Make Partial Distributions of Estate Property During Probate
By Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq.
Learn About the Inheritance Rights of a Surviving Spouse and Children of a Deceased Parent
By Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq.