What is involved to become executor of the estate if that is possible after so many years?

It may not be necessary for anyone to become executor of your mother's estate. That will depend on two things: 1) what your grandmother's will...

When must I act to protect my interests in a marriage headed for divorce?

I am puzzled by the comment that you and your wife appear headed for divorce. The only things you talk about in the question are finances. Is...

Do I need a lawyer ?

I assume that the restraining order is under Chapter 209A. See http://www.lawlib.state.ma.us/subject/about/def209a.html. See also...

Federal Court - Mediation - Unresolved Issues

You say no MOU was signed that day. I assume that there was no written agreement at all. There are three questions that I see: 1) Was an...

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Can the SSI office, or US Government take Legal Action against Donald Freedman of Rosenberg freedman & Lee?

Reading between the lines, it sounds like your mother left you property in a trust for the specific purpose of letting you receive SSI benefits...

Is this settlement taxable?

Take a look at IRS Publication 525. It says, in part: Court awards and damages. To determine if settlement amounts you receive by compromise...

Exactly where, (e.g. on the front or the back), do I write on a check "Under protest" or "All rights reserved"?

I am not sure that writing something on the check is the right approach. You have several legal options. 1) Another dentist might be able to...

Should my parents see a trust and estate lawyer now?

For all of the reasons given by the other attorneys, your clients probably should see an estate planning attorney. And if they are as concerned...

If Testee's property was moved to irrevocable trust before testee died, how can testee's estate make claim to it.

I would add to the issue about legal capacity of the person who created the trust, that the Executrix could make all kinds of claims that might...

Should I respond to a court summons when I do not oppose a property foreclosure?

I would recommend that you consult a local attorney with experience in foreclosures. You should be a aware that the mortgage company might bring...