Does the other spouse have full control of the living trust decisions after the other dies? Even if it can not be revoked?

I agree with Attorney Shultz. The terms of the trust will control the rights of the surviving spouse after the first spouse's passing. Please...

My dad hired a Bankruptcy Lawyer 5 mo. ago, and since died w/o a Will. Who do I deal with first, Bankruptcy or Probate in MI?

I'm very sorry for your circumstances. Since the house is in joint names, it is quite possible that you can utilize a "small estate procedure" to...

Who is a probate attorney in Cleveland county?

Attorney Reed is correct. Please use the "Find A Lawyer" function above and enter "probate litigation" in the search field, along with the...

If a child was left an inheritance from grandparent that resided in florida but the minor child resided in michigan; what state

Your question is somewhat confusing because the age of majority for both Michigan and Florida is the same: 18. With that said, if there is a...

My brother filed a Will in 2005 bef passing w/dementia & other illnesses & his wife had him to appoint her as his personal rep.

I agree with Attorneys Reed and Tomberg. There are many factors here, including the possibility that he had all of his assets jointly titled with...

Father recently passed away with no will. I am co-admin over the estate. How long can significant other live in his home?

I agree with Attorneys McMahon and Reed. The "significant other" has no legal right to remain in the house. Please discuss next steps with your...

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In a conservatorship proceeding, can the conservator and trustee of the estate be forced to provide an accounting of the trust

Attorney Davis is correct. Please retain an experienced attorney immediately to assist you. He or she will review this matter and walk you...

I am interested in estate planning and/or establishing living trust. I have a home and several rental properties.

I agree with Attorneys Weissler and Pippen. You will wish to meet with an experienced estate planning attorney to discuss: a) pour-over...

What to do if believe fraud was done in my fathers will by a caregiver?

I agree with Attorney Smolinski. Please retain an experienced probate litigator immediately. Based upon the facts that you have presented, you...

Did your mother re-title her home into her revocable trust? If so, there will be a deed on the land records in the town or city where the home is...