Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Maryland

Two questions. I am an 84 year old widow living in USA since 1973. My husband passsed away in USA in 2003.How can I sell shares owned by my husband? I can provide a death certificate issued by state of Maryland, USA. Do my kids need to give any kind of statement on this issue?. My husband owned some land in Ambala city. I don't have any papers. Can I write to some one and get information about the land under the information act? Any names from Ambala adminstration with. phone numbers or fax numbers or emails that can be helpful.


Asked on 1/26/11, 3:38 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Cedulie Laumann Arden Law Firm, LLC

When someone dies owning property in their name it is necessary to open an estate. After opening an estate in Maryland the personal representative will get Letters of Administration that give them the legal authority to sell assets and distribute according to the deceased person's will. If someone dies without a will the law specifies how their property gets divided up.

If you need some assistance opening or administering an estate you may want to consult with an estate attorney in this state. While the above is not a substitute for specific legal advice I do hope it helps.

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Answered on 1/27/11, 3:02 pm


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