How can I obtain my dad's medical record's from the rehabilitation center and the emergency room? Thanks so much!

Attorney Owens is correct. I would just like to add that a special personal representative (or temporary Pr) for the sole purpose of obtaining...

I would like a free consultation with an elder lawyer?

Many lawyers offer free consultations, myself included. You should find a lawyer you like and ask. Keep in mind although the first meeting may be...

Can my father in law quit deed his home to his 4 daughters?

There are multiple considerations here. Gifting, Medicaid 5 year look back, capital gains tax/step up in basis, among others. You really need to...

How is an ancillary probate done??

The first step would be to open probate in the state of primary residency/domicile. Once that is allowed, you would then open probate in the other...

When publishing notice of the death of someone who had property in different states, do I need to put that notice in each state?

If the property is real estate, you will likely need to open a separate probate in that state called ancillary probate. You would then follow the...

Should I sign a personal representative form without my brother posting a surety bond?

A surety bond is essentially an insurance policy backing up the funds of the estate in the event the personal representative breaches their...

Must a Federal and/or Mass. State Income Tax form be filed on behalf of Life Estate Owner (still alive) and on MassHealth?

Yes, the life estate owner will need to file a tax return to report the sale of the house. Whether any capital gains tax is due is primarily based...

Do I get the house

Yes and you will need to probate the estate. The process depends largely on the type of probate you file. You would benefit from speaking to an...

My wife and I have wills prepared by an out of town law firm. Can these be included in a trust created by another law firm?

Maybe. It depends on your goals and purposes for establishing a trust (I.e. probate avoidance, nursing home protection, estate tax minimization)...

Two trusts may also benefit you depending on your situation. You can place the life insurance in a life insurance trust (ILIT). This is a great tax...