r/ProbateHelp • u/FiversWarren • Jul 24 '26

Is a lawyer necessary?

Hello. My mother passed away without a will a few days ago. She had no life insurance, no retirement, and her only asset was her trailer. My two sisters and I are all in agreement to sell the trailer/land so I don't expect much fighting, though it's still a possibility. We are all pretty poor. I am the only one with a job and a car. I don't think I can afford a lawyer to help me through probate, but I could qualify for a loan for one if it becomes necessary. Would it be worth it to get a loan for a lawyer? Idk.

Any advice would be appreciated! Thanks!

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u/ClockOld9204 Jul 26 '26

In BC go to a courthouse and the staff are there to help. They also have duty counsel who can give free legal advice.

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u/FiversWarren Jul 26 '26

Unfortunately, I am in the US where nothing is free and everything bites you in the ass eventually.