As a former CPCS attorney (mental health and child welfare panels), i absolutely agree with Mr. Pang. In order for a CPCS attorney to qualify for...

I am a minor (over age 13) who wants legal standing as an adult. What do I need to do?

Contact the Legal Aid Corporation for Alabama -- the main number is (205) 264-1471. One of their attorneys may be able to meet with you, provide...

Can an adult child establish guardianship over their fathers estate?

This is a very difficult situation, but it's your father's money. Unless you can successfully prove to a court that he cannot manage his money...

The first step would be to check with the probate court which serves the county where your mother lived at the time of her death and see whether a...

A Will probated was in a foreign country. Can the stipulations mentioned in the Will, which was probated be challenged in USA.

The law of the state or country in which the will was created usually governs how the will is interpreted. Generally in American law, at least,...

You must get a taxpayer ID number for the estate. You cannot commingle estate and personal funds. If this is a Massachusetts estate, the...

Attorney Vaughn-Martel is correct. I would add, however, that filing a will is not the same as opening probate. If the deceased died with assets in...

How can I get information on the status of a will in probate?

Please know that I'm sorry for your loss. The first step is to contact the court which is handling the case -- explain that you're calling from...

As I understand your question, you want to know whether an attorney who is not licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts can prepare a will for...

My grandmother was recently diagnosed with dementia. my aunt is taking advantage what do i do??

It sounds like you're genuinely worried about your grandmother. Unfortunately, the situation you described happens everywhere, and is becoming even...