MA state elder law, setting up trust to fund nursing home

Very often a funeral home will set up an irrevocable funeral trust. Is this what you were told? In addition to funds in an irrevocable funeral...

How can I find out if I have been appointed the legal guardian of an adult in Massachuetts

You should have been notified that you have been appointed. There will be a certificate issued by the Court appointing you. You can contact the...

In the state of massachusetts can a doctor or the state become legal guardian of a mentally ill person

In general, if you do not want to be his guardian, the attorney will attempt to find someone else to be the guardian. There are professional...

MA state probate laws, procedure for filing for and appointing an executor to the estate

The citation which stated where to have the legal notice filed will also have a "Return Date" on it. This is the date by which it must be returned...

Probate procedure in MA, executor's responsibilities to heirs under MA probate procedure, Wills

As an heir you should have received a notice that the estate has been opened (and a date by which you could have objected to the appointment of the...

The answer to this really depends on what your overall goals are for your estate plan, and what the tax liabilities of your estate might be. If...

I a wil binding and lawfull and is some one EVER able take something from the estate cause they helpped in any way

I am only licensed in Massachusetts, however, in general a person's will can be changed or revoked at any time up until their death, as long as...

MA life estate attorney, life estate ownership of real estate, life estate and remainder interest

If the house is being sold now, she will be entitled to some of the proceeds based on the value of her life estate. If it is sold before she needs...

No Power of Attorney

You will need to work with an attorney licensed in your state to assist you. If your husband has regained consciousness, you should consult with...