New Jersey: If Mediation Fails in a Partition or Probate Dispute, Do You Still Need to Go to Court?
Detailed Answer — What Happens if Mediation Fails in a Partition or Probate Dispute in New Jersey? Short answer: Yes — if mediation does not produce a settlement in a partition or probate dispute in New Jersey, the parties typically must proceed to court for formal resolution. Mediation is a voluntary or court‑encouraged way to […]
Read article →Opening Probate from Another State in New Jersey: How an Out‑of‑State Sibling Can Begin Administration
FAQ: Opening Probate from Another State — New Jersey This FAQ explains, in plain language, how someone who lives outside New Jersey can begin probate for a deceased sibling whose estate must be administered under New Jersey law. This is educational information only and not legal advice. For help with your specific situation, consult a […]
Read article →How to Settle a Parent’s Estate in New Jersey and Handle Property in Another State
Detailed Answer — Settling a Parent’s Estate in New Jersey and Managing Out‑of‑State Property Short answer: Start by locating the will (if any) and opening probate in New Jersey if your parent was a New Jersey resident. For real estate or other assets located in another state, plan to open an ancillary estate or follow […]
Read article →New Jersey — How to Transfer Property Title to a Child After a Spouse Dies
Disclaimer: This is educational information only and not legal advice. Laws change and every case turns on its facts. Consult a licensed New Jersey attorney or the local Surrogate’s/County Clerk’s office for guidance tailored to your situation. Detailed Answer — How title to real estate is transferred after a spouse dies in New Jersey When […]
Read article →New Jersey: Should You Use a Transfer-on-Death Deed or Payable-on-Death Designations When Your Will Leaves Everything to Your Daughter?
How property passes if you already name your daughter in a will — what New Jersey residents should know Short answer: A will alone does not control all transfers. Many assets pass outside a will through beneficiary designations, joint ownership, or transfer-on-death/payable-on-death arrangements. Using a transfer-on-death deed (for real estate) or payable-on-death (POD) beneficiary designations […]
Read article →New Jersey: Can a Co-Heir Be Required to Reimburse an Appraisal Before an Estate Buyout?
Can I require the co-heir to reimburse me for a recent appraisal before finalizing an estate buyout? Short answer Yes — sometimes. In New Jersey you can often condition a private estate buyout on the co‑heir reimbursing appraisal costs if the co‑heir agrees to that condition in writing or if there is a court order […]
Read article →How to Put a Deceased Parent’s House Into Children’s Names — New Jersey
Detailed answer — what to do when a parent dies without a will in New Jersey Short answer: If your parent owned the house solely (not as joint tenants with right of survivorship and not in a living trust), you generally must open an estate in the county Surrogate’s Court (probate) so an administrator can […]
Read article →How to Take Over a Deceased Parent’s Mortgage in New Jersey — Practical Steps and Legal Overview
How to take over a deceased parent’s mortgage in New Jersey — practical steps and legal overview Not legal advice. This article explains general New Jersey procedures. Consult a licensed New Jersey attorney for case-specific guidance. Detailed answer — what you must know and do When a homeowner dies, who ends up responsible for the […]
Read article →How to Prove You’re Your Dad’s Child for Inheritance in New Jersey
How to Prove You’re Your Dad’s Child for Inheritance in New Jersey Short answer: You can prove parentage in New Jersey by collecting documentary evidence, using genetic testing (including post‑mortem or kinship testing), or asking a court to declare parentage. These steps let you be recognized as an heir in probate even if your dad’s […]
Read article →Protecting Your Inheritance in New Jersey When a Family Member Contests the Estate
Protecting an Inheritance in New Jersey: Practical Steps When a Family Member Contests an Estate Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. Consult a licensed New Jersey attorney about your specific situation. Detailed answer — what to do right away If someone in your family is contesting an estate, move promptly and deliberately. New […]
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