Laws:what is the charge for destroying a will? Bill?
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I don't know any attorney that would bill a client for "destroying" a will.  Instead, the person can have a new will that revokes prior wills.
643354
Thanks for asking the question. I never really thought about a will until I saw the question. Hope you have a lot of good answers:) This would help me too.
402380
I am not a lawyer, but I have some experience in the law.  \nDon't know which state you are from, and that would make a difference.\n\nWith jail budgets getting tighter and tighter, many institutions are opting to pass some of the costs on to the inmates in the form of fees and such.  Whether this is legal in the jurisdiction you are from is whether there is a state law and/or county ordinance to permit it.\n\nOn the second part of your question reference punishing loved ones, it depends on what "punishment" is done and how it is being done.  Contact the Sheriff or jail administrator as they may be able to explain what is going on.  Don't go in making vague accusations of corruption without some evidence and supporting documentation. Ultimately, you may have to contact a local attorney in your area.\n\nDear Old Dad
936240
Ignore all of the above answers.  They are plain wrong.\n\nIf he died without a will, the law of "intestate succession" in Ohio will determine who gets what portion of his estate, or his assets.  Generally speaking, the law of intestate succession provides that the estate will go to the spouse, and if the spouse died first, then to the children, if any. So if you are his only child, generally speaking, you should get everything.\n\nIn order to settle an "intestate" estate (one in which the person died without a will) the next of kin must go to the local surrogate to have administrator appointed (In contrast, if a person dies with a valid will, this step is uneccessary, because the will will ususally appoint an executor in its terms).  The person seeking to be the administrator of an intestate estate generally has to post a bond (but may vary in Ohio, depending upon Ohio law) to protect the administrator from screwing over the beneficiaries.  \n\nOnce appointed, the administrator has to "settle the estate.  That is, marshall (or gather) the deceased person's assets, pay his debts, and then, if anything is left over, distribute the residue (what's left over) to the beneficiaries.  \n\nIf your father had assets, and no real debt, and you think there will be a good amount of money left over from his estate (the "residue") and you fear your aunts will steal what is rightfully yours, you should hire an Ohio lawyer to 1) contest them being appointed administrators, and 2) have you appointed as administrator instead.   This will cost you money, but it will generally be paid out of the residue of the estate.  In other words, the lawyer will try to have you appointed as administrator, and if he is successful, he will help you settle the estate, and take his fee from the residue (what's left over after all debts are paid). It is very much worth the money.  \n\nIf you do get cheated, you might be able to resort to the bond which the administrator likely had to post.  Contact a lawyer to find out how.  \n\nGo to www.martindale.com to find a lawyer who practices estate and trust law in the county in Ohio in which your father resided or died.  Do not delay in contacting a lawyer, as the sooner you challenge your aunts actions, the better.  \n\nGood luck.
164676
There are all sorts of legal remedies against the person if they do that.  What is very common is for people to be dissatisfied with the execution of a will and falsely claim that others such as the attorney and executor have abused their position.
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My father just passed without a will so I've been through something similar.\nIf there is a will then the law is to follow the instructions of the will. It can be contested but that takes time and money.\nIf there is no will then someone has to send a petition to the courts in his, the deceased, state and request to be appointed guardian/executor of the estate. It is easier to have the "permission" of the other siblings so it won't be contested. Once the court approves the petition then his estate, assests thereof, will be used, sold if necessary to pay off any and all debts the person had. What is left after that is divided between the surviving brothers and/or sisters. Children of deceased siblings are not usually included in the division, but can be. Hope this helps.
1128981
Here's a sample of a Will for California. it also has a listing of Wills by state. Be sure you get it witnessed and notarized, otherwise it may not be valid. Also, check the laws of your state.
805483
Why would you even contest a will?  It defeats the purpose.
116951
Actually, there is no time limit for a physician to bill\nfor services rendered. \nAre you the executor of the estate? The physician's office should be directed to that person. Is the physician even aware that the person is deceased?  They should be told. Some physician offices will ask for copy of the  death certificate for verification. If the bill is coming from a collection agency, then the 5 year rule that was mentioned previously would apply.
399818
You need to have a will...without a will, often the state will confiscate everything.  It is better to leave it to someone.
317712
Is this for your attorney, or for court ordered payments to the other parties attorney?  If it's your attorney then there is no specfic letter.  Just type up a letter listing the charges in dispute and why you think they shouldn't be billed.  If it's a court ordered payment for the other parties attorney then you need your attorney to type up a motion/order for the court to consider if the charges are valid.  \n\nAlso remember they get to bill for ANYTHING they do.  This can be talking with you on the phone, looking up a court case, typing a letter, etc.
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I'm assuming you are the executor of an estate.  I would advise you hiring an attorney.  If you are an executor, the estate can absorb the costs of legal fees.\n\nIf you are NOT an executor of an estate and this is some property matter, I would still recomend you hiring an attorney.  You will incur the costs, but you can resolve this matter once and for all.\n\nUltimately, you can respond without an attorney, but some of these matters can be rather sticky, so with an attorney you can be sure that you didn't miss anything.\n\nHope that helped!
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Although it is entirely possible that information such as this CAN end up somewhere on the Internet, it is not a matter of public record. If your father had a Will then he would have appointed an Executor/Executrix to handle the dissolution of the estate and have the Will carried out as it was intended. If he died Intestate (without a Will) then it will be the courts (State or Provincial) who will act as the Executor and will settle all debts of the estate and pay out proceeds to beneficiaries based on a formula. Who is included to receive payouts (if any) depends on what jurisdiction your father was living in.\n\nSo the long and short of it is you are not getting the info on the net. Go and discuss it with the Executor of the estate and there may be some disclosure to beneficiares before the estate is settled. Usually, a meeting is called including the Executor, legal counsel, and all beneficiaries to discuss the impending dissolution of the estate.\n\nI hope this helps. And, I'm sorry for your loss.
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You need an attorney, without a doubt.  You also have to release the funds/property exactly as stated in the will.  Your job is to make it go smoothly, and make sure everyone get's what their supposed to.  An attorney will help you do this legally.  I know I just went through this about 2 years ago.
64213
It's doubtful that you will find something like that on the internet. I have never heard of the "at least one dollar" and I have lost both parents. Your best bet is to contact the executor of the will.
946333
Legal fees must be "reasonable," based on work performed.\n\nReasonable is a relative term.  And it is reasonable if contractually agreed upon ahead of time.\n\nLook at the contract and determine the method of billing, probably hourly.\n\nIf the lawyer can demonstrate that he or she put in the time, the fee might be reasonable.  \n\nI do not bill any other way than hourly for contested divorce.  A seven year divorce would be costly, and is not based on the outcome.
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Contact the clerk of courts for your area.  They will have the best knowledge as to what to do in that case and how much it will cost and that.