Questions answered by Joseph Michael Pankowski Jr

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My Mother has a living trust in which I have no copy of. My sister is power of attorney and has filed Quit Claim D on property.

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 07, 2013

I am sorry for your circumstances. Unfortunately, in your case, you are not entitled to copies of your mother's estate planning documents while...

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I know I need to hire a attorney.

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 07, 2013

You may be able to find an attorney who will work on a "contingency fee basis," if this is proper under Texas law. With a contingency fee...

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Inventory of property of an estate?

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 07, 2013

I'm sorry for your loss. If no one has been appointed as the fiduciary by the probate court, then there will be no inventory of assets prepared...

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My father and I owned a house in Maryland. He died and his name is on the deed. Can house be sold?

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 07, 2013

Attorney Meng is correct. If I were you, I would take him up on his kind offer. Good luck to you.

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The executor of my grandmothers will wants to step down. I am the beneficiary. what are the steps that need to happen.

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 07, 2013

Attorney McMahon is correct. The order of executors will be established by your grandmother's will. Hopefully, you are named as the successor...

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My sister is the Executor of my Uncles will.

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 07, 2013

Attorney Zelinger is correct. Your sister has a duty to follow the terms of the will, but there is some discretion. For example, as long as the...

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If our house is in a Family Trust and husband passes away, do I have to refinance the loan?

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 07, 2013

It is impossible to answer this question without reviewing the underlying documentation. With that said, the mortgage is in your husband's name,...

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I would like to place my 2nd home in Michigan state into an estate. I would like to protect from future creditors.

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 07, 2013

Your best bet is to consult with an experienced asset protection lawyer. He or she can walk you through the various options (LLC, Family Limited...

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What type of attorney do I need for SSI planning?

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 07, 2013

Attorneys Shultz and Sinclair are correct. I would strongly urge you to speak with an experienced elder law attorney in your area. He or she will...

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What do I need to do to protect personal assets from lawsuits?

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 07, 2013

Attorneys Shultz and Pollex are correct. I would recommend that you retain an experienced asset protection lawyer in California who can review...

Joseph Michael Pankowski Jr's Answers (2414)

My Mother has a living trust in which I have no copy of. My sister is power of attorney and has filed Quit Claim D on property.

I know I need to hire a attorney.

Inventory of property of an estate?

My father and I owned a house in Maryland. He died and his name is on the deed. Can house be sold?

The executor of my grandmothers will wants to step down. I am the beneficiary. what are the steps that need to happen.

My sister is the Executor of my Uncles will.

If our house is in a Family Trust and husband passes away, do I have to refinance the loan?

I would like to place my 2nd home in Michigan state into an estate. I would like to protect from future creditors.

What type of attorney do I need for SSI planning?

What do I need to do to protect personal assets from lawsuits?