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If an executor dies in Pennsylvania, the court appoints a new one. If a lawyer resigns, they must return unearned fees. In Virginia, land can be auctioned for delinquent taxes, and the owner can redeem the property by paying the owed amount. You dont necessarily need a lawyer to sell inherited land, but legal advice can ensure the process runs smoothly. If land sold at auction exceeds tax debt, the excess goes to the original owner or heirs. A lawyer isnt required but can ensure correct procedures are followed.Full Conversation
The executor of my grand fathers estate which was in probate passed away and and the lawyer who was already paid for handling the estates has dropped the case
Hello Kelly, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you please tell me which state this is happening in? The laws regarding estates and probate vary by location.
Philadelphia PA
I'm sorry for your situation. In Pennsylvania:
- If an executor dies, the court appoints a new one.
- If the lawyer resigns, they must return unearned fees.
You should contact:
Philadelphia County Probate Court
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: Room * City Hall, Philadelphia, PA *
Website: www.courts.phila.gov Thanks
You're welcome, Kelly. If you need further legal guidance, don't hesitate to ask. Good luck with your situation.
One more thing
Sure, Kelly. Feel free to ask your additional question. I'm here to help.
My grand father who passed away also owned some land in Southampton Virginia and taxes became delinquent after the executor of his estate in Philadelphia passed away … now the property is up for auction and we didn’t know now the taxes owed on the 59acres of land have been sent to collections agency who has demanded we pay a crazy amount of money in fees which has resulted in the some of about * thousand dollars dollar
I'm sorry to hear this, Kelly. In Virginia:
- Land can be auctioned for delinquent taxes.
- The owner can redeem the property by paying the owed amount.
You should contact:
Southampton County Circuit Court
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Main St, Courtland, VA *
Website: www.southamptoncounty.org Ok one more thing do we need a lawyer to sell the land in Virginia that we inherited through through my grand fathers estate
In Virginia:
- You don't necessarily need a lawyer to sell inherited land.
- However, legal advice can ensure the process runs smoothly.
If you decide to hire a lawyer, consider contacting:
Virginia State Bar
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * E Main St #*, Richmond, VA *
Website: www.vsb.org Why them
The Virginia State Bar is a reliable source of referrals for attorneys who specialize in real estate law. It can efficiently connect you with a suitable lawyer for your situation.
Ok
Great, Kelly. Is there anything else you'd like to know or any other way I can assist you with your legal concerns?
Yes if the land in Virginia goes to auction will the heirs get the proceeds and will we need a lawyer to get the money that was made in auction
In Virginia:
- If land sold at auction exceeds tax debt, excess goes to the original owner or heirs.
- A lawyer isn't required but can ensure correct procedures are followed.
For further assistance, contact:
Virginia Legal Aid Society
Phone:(*) *-*
Address: * Church St, Lynchburg, VA *
Website: www.vlas.org
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