How To Transport a Loved One’s Ashes Across State Lines or Internationally
Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq. of Hanlon, Niemann & Wright discusses a sensitive but important topic many families face after a loss: how to transport …
Is There a Way To Transfer a Motor Vehicle Title After Owner’s Death Without Going Through Probate?
Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq. of Hanlon, Niemann & Wright discusses a common estate planning question: whether a motor vehicle can be transferred after the …
You Must Be Legally Appointed As the Executor or Administrator of an Estate to Transfer Title to Real Estate in New Jersey
In this interesting video, Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq. of Hanlon, Niemann & Wright discusses the requirement in New Jersey that real estate be transferred …
Understanding The Adoption Rights Of Same-Sex Spouses of Minor Children
Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq. of Hanlon, Niemann & Wright, a New Jersey law firm, discusses an important and evolving area of family and estate …
Understanding Statute of Limitations When a Beneficiary Seeks to Reopen a Closed Estate Proceeding
Mr. Niemann discusses the circumstances under which a beneficiary can and cannot reopen a probated estate based on allegations of fraud, Executor/Executrix impropriety or …
A Beneficiary’s Right to a Formal Accounting in New Jersey is Not Absolute
Mr. Niemann discusses when a formal accounting can be denied under appropriate circumstances if a beneficiary’s demand for a formal accounting is unreasonable. While …
Who Has Legal Authority to be Appointed Administrator of a Decedent Without a Last Will/Trust in NJ?
In this general introduction to the subject of appointment as Administrator to an Estate of a person who dies without a Will, Fredrick P. …
If You Are a U.S. Citizen Domiciled In a Foreign Country Should You Probate Your Estate In the U.S?
In this interesting and informative video, Fredrick P Niemann, Esq. discusses the Estate Tax consequences of a U.S. Citizen living abroad and leaving their …
Can a Divorced Spouse or Legal Guardian of Deceased Parents Set Up a Protective Trust
By Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq. a NJ Estate Administration Attorney
Beware Of The Gift Of Debt
In this interesting and informative video, Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq., a New Jersey Estate Planning Attorney, discusses the legal status of mortgage debt on …
What to Do if You Inherit a Weapon as Part of an Estate Administration
Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq. of Hanlon Niemann & Wright speaks to executors, administrators, and beneficiaries about guns (weapons) that have been gifted as part …
NJ Estate Administration Ancillary Probate
Estate Administration and Probate Attorney, Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq. of Hanlon Niemann & Wright addresses the subject of NJ probate when a non-resident passes …
Is a Spouse Responsible for the Debts of Their Deceased Spouse?
Are you a surviving spouse receiving bills from creditors on behalf of your deceased spouse? Can you be held financially responsible for these debts? …
What Happens If I Can’t Find the Original Will?
It is often the case that when somebody passes away, they misplace their Will, or don’t tell their family where they put the original …
Can a Surviving Spouse Avoid Probate in NJ When the Estate Value is Small?
The short answer is yes. In the absence of a will, if a deceased spouse owned less than $50,000 of assets to his or …
Is My Primary Residence Exempt Under NJ Medicaid if it Also Includes Two Rental Units?
The short answer is yes, I believe. New Jersey’s regulation N.J.A.C. 10:71-4.4 states that “[a] house occupied by the individual as his or her …
Pay All Bills Before the Death of a Special Needs Trust Beneficiary
Sadly, the beneficiary of a Special Needs Trust will be dying soon will necessitate winding up the trust. Payments will be owed to creditors …
How to Gain Access to a Safe Deposit Box Upon the Death of a Person
By Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq.
Should You Apply to be the Administrator of a Deceased Person’s Estate Who Died Without Having a Will?
Before You Apply to Be an Administrator of an Estate, Make Sure You Are Financially Qualified to Be Bonded and Will Be Approved by …
An Executor or Administrator is Allowed to Make Partial Distributions of Estate Property During Probate
By Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq.
Learn About the Inheritance Rights of a Surviving Spouse and Children of a Deceased Parent
By Fredrick P. Niemann, Esq.