Does my legally separated spouse have control of medical decisions if something happens to me?: Or can I delegate it through a medical power of attorney?
Raymond’s answer:
Now that you are legally separated it would be beneficial for you to meet with an experienced attorney to review your Estate Planning documents (will, health care directive etc. ) which can include the drafting of a medical power of attorney in which you may grant someone the power to make medical decisions on your behalf.
Raymond Kenney is licensed to practice law in Arizona and is an experienced bankruptcy attorney. His phone number is 623-234-3536 his email address is [email protected]. More information about Raymond Kenney’s professional qualifications may be obtained at the website: http://www.rkenneylaw.com
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This answer is offered for informational purposes only. It is not offered as, and does not constitute, legal advice. You should rely only on the advice given to you during a personal consultation by a local attorney who is thoroughly familiar with state laws and the area of practice pertaining to your matter. The response herein is not legal advice and does not create an attorney client relationship. These responses are only in the form of legal education and are intended to only provide general information about the matter within the question. Often times the question does not include significant and important facts and timelines that if known could significantly change the reply or make such reply unsuitable.
Is the last will & testament still valid?:
My mother had a new will drafted in 2005 by my sister's then boyfriend's father. Said lawyer is now my sister's father-in-law.
The will states my sister and I (whom I am estranged from) are to split the estate 50/50. Given our volatile relationship, I'm certain things will get even nastier between us.Furthermore, it excludes her current spouse (the lawyers son), containing a spouse/3rd party clause.
I'm concerned that the will may be void due to a (now) conflict of interest based my family ties relating to the lawyer.My sister is the executor .If this will is questionable in anyway, clearly the lawyer would be interested in protecting my sister's share & throw me under the bus.
Would it be better to have my mother redraft her will with an attorney she has no personal connection with?
Raymond’s answer:
After six years it would be wise for your mother to have her entire set of estate planning documents reviewed by a different attorney. The estate tax laws have changed significantly since 2005 so it would be wise to have everything reviewed regardless of the attorney issue you raise in your question.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
This answer is offered for informational purposes only. It is not offered as, and does not constitute, legal advice. You should rely only on the advice given to you during a personal consultation by a local attorney who is thoroughly familiar with state laws and the area of practice pertaining to your matter. The response herein is not legal advice and does not create an attorney client relationship. These responses are only in the form of legal education and are intended to only provide general information about the matter within the question. Often times the question does not include significant and important facts and timelines that if known could significantly change the reply or make such reply unsuitable.
Should I file my taxes before or after I file BK. I get back earned income credit? We need it to live on.: should I file my taxes before or after I file BK. I get back earned income credit? We need it to live on.
Raymond’s answer:
I agree with both of the answers previously posted and whole-heartily agree that it is best that you seek legal advice before you proceed with the filing of your bankruptcy. If you are filing a Chapter 7 you should discuss the tax filing issue with counsel before you file and if you plan to file Chapter 13 you really should seek representation.
Raymond Kenney is licensed to practice law in Arizona and is an experienced bankruptcy attorney. His phone number is 623-234-3536 his email address is [email protected]. More information about Raymond Kenney’s professional qualifications may be obtained at the website: http://www.rkenneylaw.com
LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
This answer is offered for informational purposes only. It is not offered as, and does not constitute, legal advice. You should rely only on the advice given to you during a personal consultation by a local attorney who is thoroughly familiar with state laws and the area of practice pertaining to your matter. The response herein is not legal advice and does not create an attorney client relationship. These responses are only in the form of legal education and are intended to only provide general information about the matter within the question. Often times the question does not include significant and important facts and timelines that if known could significantly change the reply or make such reply unsuitable.