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Opinions in Arizona that cite Byrd v. Cieplak, 206 P.2d 732.
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In Re Estate of Friedman
177 P.3d 290
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 1 2008
See In re Wright’s Estate, , (ruling that the court will not award fees from an estate for services performed by an attorney not employed by the personal representative for services rendered to benefit an individual or group of individuals interested in the estate) (quoting In re Balke’s Estate, , ), disapproved of on other grounds by Marvin Johnson, P.C.
- Circle K Convenience Stores, Inc. v. City of Phoenix 870 P.2d 1198 Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 2 1993
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Matter of Estate of Brown
670 P.2d 414
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 1 1983
The inception of the rule dates back to the case of , which squarely addressed the issue.
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Burch & Cracchiolo, P.A. v. First National Bank
670 P.2d 414
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 1 1983
The inception of the rule dates back to the case of In re Balke’s Estate, , which squarely addressed the issue.
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Matter of Estate of Wright
647 P.2d 1153
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 2 1982
We are mindful of the holding of In re Balke’s Estate, , that: “The general rule is that no allowance may be made out of the estate of a deceased person for the services of an attorney not employed by the personal representative of the estate, where the services were rendered for the sole benefit of an individual or group of individuals interested
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Sanders v. Boyer
613 P.2d 1291
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 1 1980
ed: “This rule [as stated in Colvin ] has been amplified in probate proceedings to provide that: ‘[N]o allowance may be made out of the estate of a deceased person for the services of an attorney not employed by the personal representative of the estate, where the services were rendered for the sole benefit of an individual or group of individuals interested in the estate.’ “In re Balke’s Estate
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Matter of Estate of Balcomb
562 P.2d 399
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 1 1977
Since he must be considered a party aggrieved by a court order affecting the estate, In re Balke’s Estate, , In re Estate of McCabe, 11 Ariz.App.
- Great Western Bank & Trust v. Myers 514 P.2d 463 Ariz. 1973
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In Re Estate of O'Brien
502 P.2d 176
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 1 1972
This rule has been amplified in probate proceedings to provide that: “ ‘[N]o allowance may be made out of the estate of a deceased person for the services of an attorney not employed by the personal representative of the estate, where the services were rendered for the sole benefit of an individual or group of individuals interested in the estate.’ ” In re Balke’s Estate
- In Re Estate of Pfeffer 492 P.2d 27 Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 2 1971
- In Re Estate of Appleton 489 P.2d 864 Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 1 1971
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Valley National Bank v. Lewin
488 P.2d 671
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 1 1971
Nor do we consider that In re Balke’s Estate, , Podret v. Superior Court, supra, , relied upon by appellant, require a contrary result.
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In Re Estate and Guardianship of Vermeersch
488 P.2d 671
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 1 1971
Nor do we consider that , Podret v. Superior Court, supra , , relied upon by appellant, require a contrary result.
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Crosby v. Smith
475 P.2d 728
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 1 1970
34S P.2d 210, 215 (1959) ; In re Balke’s Estate
- Valley National Bank v. Tamms 466 P.2d 774 Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 2 1970
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In Re Estate of Wiswall
464 P.2d 634
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 2 1970
It has been held in In re Balke’s Estate, , , that it is beyond the power of the probate court to allow attorneys’ fees to attorneys other- than those employed by the executor.
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Grand Canyon College v. Goms
461 P.2d 484
Ariz. 1969
and In re Balke’s Estate, , are cited in support of the proposition that probate procedure is a creature of statute and therefore strictly regulated by statute.
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Isaak v. Superior Court
443 P.2d 911
Ariz. 1968
In re Balke’s Estate, , .
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In Re Estate of Daley
433 P.2d 296
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 1 1967
In its brief, the appellant raises the issue of estoppel, claiming that the November 26, 1962 decree of partial distribution to the San Diego Trust fixed its status as a beneficiary under the will, , and , and since it was an appealable order, (A.R.S.
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Palms Clinic & Hospital, Inc. v. Arizona Society for Crippled Children & Adults, Inc.
433 P.2d 296
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 1 1967
In its brief, the appellant raises the issue of estoppel, claiming that the November 26, 1962 decree of partial distribution to the San Diego Trust fixed its status as a beneficiary under the will, , and In re Balke’s Estate, , and since it was an appeal-able order, (A.R.S.
- State Ex Rel. Industrial Commission v. Smith 431 P.2d 902 Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 2 1967
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In Re Estate of McConnell
421 P.2d 895
Ariz. 1966
In , , the court was faced with the problem of the allowance of attorneys' fees to be paid from the estate, and said: "* * * Speaking generally, the rule is that attorneys' fees can be collected only when such fees are specifically allowed by statute or have been contracted for by the parties.
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Glass v. Mackin
421 P.2d 895
Ariz. 1966
In In re Balke’s Estate, , 206 ,P.2d 732, the court was faced with the problem of the allowance of attorneys’ fees to be paid from the estate, and said: “* * * Speaking generally, the rule is that attorneys’ fees can be collected only when such fees are specifically allowed by statute or have been contracted for by the parties.
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Chemi-Cote Perlite Corp. v. Harborlite Corp.
419 P.2d 398
Ariz. Ct. App. Div. 2 1966
In the instant action, we find no such “unique circumstances.” • Also, appellant cites In re Balke’s Estate
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In Re Estate of Harber
409 P.2d 31
Ariz. 1965
See, , Estate of Tamer, , 179 P. 643 (1919); In re Corotto, 125 Cal.
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Colvin v. Superior Equipment Company
392 P.2d 778
Ariz. 1964
In re Balke’s Estate, , .
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Pintek v. Superior Court of Arizona
304 P.2d 392
Ariz. 1956
While the facts are somewhat dissimilar, we believe the case of In re Balke’s Estate, , , is indistinguishable in principle with the instant case and that it effectively disposes of every contention made here by respondent.
- UNITED ASSOCIATION OF JOURNEYMEN, ETC. v. Marchese 302 P.2d 930 Ariz. 1956
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Podret v. Superior Court
294 P.2d 670
Ariz. 1956
If it was without jurisdiction to create a trust under the circumstances and to appoint a trustee to hold and administer the same, Podret continues to hold said funds as executor and the rule laid down in In re Balke’s Estate, , , is controlling.
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Byrd v. First National Bank
276 P.2d 527
Ariz. 1954
In re Balke’s Estate, , .