Is Pa. 3 or 5 yrs. for medicaid look back and nursing homes?What are the laws for medicaid spindown? I am durable and health POA

Your question reveals many different issues and it is clear that you must seek legal counsel. You must be careful not to disqualify your mom for...

How can I dismiss, fire or get rid of our probate lawyer? He has ulterior motives and is not properly representing the estate.

Keep in mind my answer is based on Massachusetts law and you should seek counsel in your own area. If you are the sole court-appointed...

Mom died with no Will.

I'm sorry for your loss. Attorney Golden is, of course, correct. I would just add that you should not co-mingle donations into an estate account...

I am part of an estate along with 2 other siblings. If we can't agree, what options do I have?

When you say that you are "part of" your dad's estate, do you mean solely as a beneficiary? or are you and your two siblings somehow all serving...

Medicaid and trusts

You would fund a pooled trust in order to spend down excess assets and achieve eligibility, so you would do so prior to filing an application. The...

Should I file for guardianship?

First of all, I practice in Massachusetts and urge you to seek counsel in your area as the gaurdianship laws vary from jurisdiction to...

My mom lives in my home. She pays the electric bill, by direct pay from her bank acct.My sister canceled pay plan with company.

There are critical facts missing from your question. Is mom competent to make her own decisions? Has she executed a Durable Power of Attorney and...

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In general, the life tenant is responsible for all maintenance and repairs, taxes, insurance, etc., and is entitled to exclusive benefit of the...

What would be considered the reasonable compensation for a trustee if he is also a beneficiary?

What is reasonable depends on several factors including whether the trustee is a corporate trustee, a professional trustee, a family member, etc. ...

If an elderly spouse files for divorce and the other spouse is later diagnosed with Alzheimer's can that prevent the divorce?

You need to consult with a family law attorney in your area, preferably one who is also familiar with elder law issues. In Massachusetts, the...