If we are entitled to 1/4 of an estate and have resided in the home since the death occurred, can we be forced out before the probate case goes to court?
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If we are entitled to 1/4 of an estate and have resided in the home since the death occurred, can we be forced out before the probate case goes to court?
It goes to court in 6 months. Also, the Will states that all bills are to immediately be paid before any liquidation, yet not one bill has been paid. Can we challenge the one in charge of the will since he has not respected the deceased will mandate?
Asked on October 10, 2012 under Estate Planning, Illinois
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your loss. It is difficult to understand what exactly is going on here with out reading the Will. First, all that inherited have equal rights under the law. But the executor can indeed force you out of the home depending on the estate's circumstances. That would be after the Will is offered for probate and the executor is appointed. He or she has no responsibility at all until appointed. If he or she is not acting properly and "in breach of their fiduciary duty" then you can do something about it. But what at this stage is unclear. Please speak with some one in your area. Good luck.
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