Does my mother-in-law need a probate lawyer if my father-in-law, who recently passed, did not leave a will?

Generally, your in-laws' house would not be able to be attached by creditors of just one of them, but you should consult a probate attorney in your...

Can I change the executors name on the will in ink, initial or sign it and have it be like a codicil?

Generally, any changes to a will must be made with the same formalities as the original will--witnesses, etc. Making changes and initialing them...

Can a trustee spend a trust fund if the fund has no legal paper work with it?

As the previous response indicated, you should look into the circumstances. Who is the trustee? Have you received any accountings from the...

Does one need to wait for probate to receive a gift promised before death?

You should contact an attorney in the area where your son's grandmother lived. Generally, once someone dies, things should not be given to...

How do I obtain a certified death certificate

While I am not licensed in Arizona, here is some information from the Maricopa County website: Death Certificates Maricopa County Office of...

Which type of Guardianship ?

I apologize for an incomplete answer. I should have indicated that consulting with a Massachusetts attorney experienced in guardianships. like Ms....

Which type of Guardianship ?

Under the new Massachusetts guardianship law, a guardian is charged with making decisions regarding the incapacitated person's support, care,...

Social Security Questions..

If they meet the medical test for disability, it's the same for disability and SSI. It sounds as though there are two issues: do they have...

How do we set up caretaker agreement for mother(87)

You should contact an attorney in Florida who is experienced in elder law issues. In some states, your mother could contract with her daughters to...

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My brother has POA for our mom. Can he designate me as primary for notifications with the skilled nursing center she is in.

In addition to the answer by Attorney Schwenson, if you are a successor agent to your brother and the POA doesn't allow him to delegate his...