Selling an Inherited Home with Minor Co‑Owners in Rhode Island: Court Approval Steps
How to obtain probate/court approval to sell an inherited home when some co-owners are minors Detailed answer — step‑by‑step guide under Rhode Island law Short answer: when a decedent’s real property passes to co‑owners and one or more of those co‑owners are minors, you generally must work through the Rhode Island Probate Court to get […]
Read article →Filing a Year's Allowance Petition in Rhode Island: What to Include
How to Prepare a Year's Allowance Petition in Rhode Island This FAQ-style guide explains what to include when you file a petition for a year’s allowance in Rhode Island probate court, what to expect, and practical tips for a clean filing. This is educational information only—not legal advice. Detailed answer: what a year’s allowance is […]
Read article →Handling a Mother’s Estate in Rhode Island: Step-by-Step FAQ and Resources
Notice: This information is educational only and is not legal advice. For advice about a specific situation, consult a licensed Rhode Island attorney or the probate court. Detailed answer — step‑by‑step guide to handling a parent’s estate in Rhode Island When your mother dies, you will typically act either as the named personal representative (executor) […]
Read article →Switching to a Small‑Estate Process in Rhode Island: What to Do After Family Allowances or Large Payments
How to switch to the small estate process in Rhode Island when an allowance or other payment has used much of the estate Detailed answer: Overview and step‑by‑step guidance under Rhode Island law This is a plain‑English guide to whether and how you can use Rhode Island’s small‑estate or summary probate procedures when the estate […]
Read article →Rhode Island: What Happens If You Pay Back Taxes on Inherited Land but Aren’t on the Deed?
Paying Back Taxes on Inherited Rhode Island Land When Your Name Is Not on the Deed — FAQ Short answer: Paying delinquent property taxes does not automatically make you the legal owner. In Rhode Island, title follows recorded deeds and probate transfers. Paying the taxes can protect the property from tax sale and may give […]
Read article →Determining Heirs and Property Ownership After a Grandparent’s Death — Rhode Island
Quick answer Start by checking for a will and the probate file. If there is no valid will, Rhode Island's intestacy rules and the probate court determine who the heirs are and how property transfers. You can confirm ownership by searching the probate court records and the local land records (deeds, tax/assessor records). If title […]
Read article →Rhode Island: Getting the Probate Court to Reconsider Letters of Administration and Replace an Administrator
Can I get the probate court to revoke letters of administration and replace the administrator so I, the sole heir, can be appointed? Short answer: Yes — under Rhode Island law you can ask the probate court to revoke or reconsider letters of administration and seek appointment if you have legal grounds and follow the […]
Read article →Rhode Island: Challenging an Administrator Who Closed a Deceased Parent’s Joint Bank Account
Can I challenge an administrator who closed my father’s joint bank account without notifying heirs? Short answer: Yes — you may have options to challenge the administrator’s actions. Your available remedies depend on (1) how the account was titled, (2) whether the administrator had court authority, and (3) whether the administrator’s actions were authorized by […]
Read article →Rhode Island — Reviewing and Correcting Missing or Incorrect Probate Filings
Detailed answer: How to review and correct missing or incorrect probate filings in Rhode Island When a loved one dies, the probate file is the official record of how the estate is administered. If filings are missing or contain errors, you can usually correct them through the Rhode Island probate court. Below is a clear, […]
Read article →How to Challenge a Grandparent’s Appointment as Estate Administrator in Rhode Island
Challenging a Probate Appointment in Rhode Island: A Step-by-Step Guide Quick disclaimer: This is educational information only and is not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. For help with your specific situation, consult a Rhode Island probate attorney. Detailed answer If someone you care about has been appointed by a Rhode Island Probate Court […]
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