What is a probate asset and what is the law on probate assets in the state of Nebraska.?
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http://www.lawyers.com/lawyers/A~1031164~LDS/NEBRASKA+ESTATE+PLANNING.html
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The rules differ in each state.  But in general, you need to open a decedent's estate, give notice to all creditors, liquidate whatever assets your father left over and pay the bills from the liquidated assets.  You will be better off hiring a lawyer for this.  Check out your state's bar association's website for general information and possibly www.findlaw.com to locate a local lawyer who handles probate administration.
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Are you in the US?  If so, someone needs to go to the county courthouse in the county where father lived and file for probate.  The probate or clerk's office should have the forms you need.  Once you file for probate, you will need to distribute father's assets and pay his debts in accordance with the intestate laws of the state where father lived.\n\nTo find out the procedure, google the following:\nintestate probate statename\n\nUsually, if there is a surviving spouse, that person is entitled to 1/3-1/2 of the total estate and the rest is distributed to any children of the deceased.  Before any funds can be distributed, however, the debts of the deceased would need to be paid.
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Your mother does have a will, it was just written by the state legislature.  Probate court is not really something you can avoid at this point in this case.  You cannot switch the title to your name without going through probate.
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You can not, \n\nPeople can do thier own will, so only they may know about it, or close family.\n\nPeople use an attorney, so only they and their attorney will know about it.\n\nIf the will is executed ( they should normally go though probate court)  if they did, then the court will have a copy but will also insure that everyone who is suppose to get money does.\n\nIn the end, the only way to find out, is to ask family.
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Did you record the lien against the property in the county recorder's office where the property resides?\n\nWas there joint tenancy?  If there was JT, the property can possibly pass to the surviving joint tenant(s) without having to go through probate court or triggering a 'sale' or 'transfer' provision that might have uncovered your lien.\n\nWas the estate set aside/low value?  Most states have a low estate value provision that allows for a probate 'lite' proceeding where the assets, debts and liens and heirs are listed an approved by the court.\n\nNext, you have to look at the purpose of a lien. It is the right to take someone else’s property if an obligation is not discharged. It gives the lien holder (creditor) an interest in the property until the property owner’s debt to the creditor is satisfied or otherwise released.  Consult your state's property laws for specifics.\n\nGenerally, if you recorded a lien against the real property of the decendent, title to the real property is thus encumbered and cannot be transferred without notifying the lien holder, who is then given an opportunity to file a claim. Generally, a lien only preserves your legal right to make a claim in the future.\n\nNow, let's pile on your state's probate laws.  Probate laws vary significantly from state to state.  Generally, there is atleast a requirement to publish a public notice calling for claims against the estate.  Of the claims receieved, the administrator either approved or denies the claims.  Approved claims can be paid from proceeds of the estate.  If the claim is denied, the creditor must sue the estate to get paid.\n\nThese are all generalities of what happens, but may or may not be true for your state.  Lien law and probate law are very complex areas and together they make a fine mess.\n\nIf it is a significant amount of money, you may want to consult an attorney.
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Call or visit your nearest probate court and ask them. If you can, they will give you the paper work to fill out. I don't live in Missouri but, I know in my state a person can.
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Every state has laws that specify how property is distributed if someone dies without a will, but the key is that the person must die without a will.\n\nMost wills have a clause that says what happens to the property if someone dies before the person making the will.  If the will is silent, then you need to look at state law and the laws will vary by state.\n\nConsult a probate/estate planning attorney if your area for further assistance.
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you need to find out in what court the will is being probated - which would likely be either in the county where your grandmother died or the county where the exectuor lives. depending on whether the executor is cooperative or not, you could find out information about will and life insurance beneficiaries from this person.
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The laws vary by state, so you really need to contact a local probate or estate planning attorney.  Some states might require a public auction and others might allow a private sale.  In most cases, the court will probably need to approval the sale.\n\nIf the property were in a living trust as opposed to being in probate, you could probably just buy it directly from the trustee.
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Paralegals are wonderful people.  But they don't have the judgment to help you decide what sort of living trust you might need.  Advising a client about trusts and drafting that trust really should be left to a lawyer in most cases.  You should find a lawyer who has knowledge and depth in estate planning and possibly income taxes too, depending on the size of your estate.  Check your local bar association for referrals.  Or look at www.findlaw.com for attorneys who specialize in these areas.  You want an attorney from your state and hopefully within a reasonable distance of your home.  Look for someone who practices at or near your county seat since that will be the location of the probate court serving your area.
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Go to your county court house and ask for the Probate Clerk's office. In Georgia they can provide you with a pamphlet "A Layman's Guide to Probate in Georgia"
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http://www.hbpa.org   It is listed as the National Horsemans Benevolent & Protective Association by the Nebraska Horse Racing Board.  I hope this helps.  I found nothing for Nebraska listed on the web under your heading.
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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.
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Trot down to the probate court.  They have to open an "estate" and the will should be on file there.
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You need to go to probate court and submit a Petition for Appointment of Special Administrator with Powers to marshall and conserve the assets of the estate until a personal representative is appointed. Personnel in the Probate Division where you are should be able to help you.
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I don't know, but crooks will try anything, won't they? Talk to a lawyer who knows about pre-nups and estates. Contact legal aid if you have no $$ for a lawyer. Sounds shifty to me. Good Luck to you.