Can I Have my fathers books reviewed after his death to make sure the person with power of attorney did not misuse their funds?

If you are a beneficiary under your father's will, then you have the right to request an accounting for the time when your sister acted under your...

Removing a beneficiary from a trust

If you have a revocable trust, you have the right to make changes thereto. However, when you are removing one of your children as a beneficiary,...

In a Q-tip trust if it specifies for my wife's maintenance what will that include?

Unfortunately, without reviewing the trust provisions and your personal situation, it is impossible to answer your question. A marital trust can...

Would I be considered an heir?

I'm sorry for your loss. It is impossible to answer your question without knowing whether you were adopted by your grandparents (which would make...

How do I get out of being the executor of my mother's will?

I'm sorry for your situation. Fortunately, you cannot be compelled to be the executor of anyone's will. When your mother passes away, simply...

Your Revocable Trust is still valid since you have not revoked it. With that said, you should have the trust document reviewed by an experienced...

Does a lawyer need to be involved for an estate to be opened?

I agree with Attorney Dedmund. Do yourself a favor and retain an experienced North Carolina probate lawyer. Estate administration is a legal...

How does my friend get a full accounting done for the estate she is executor of if she can't find a lawyer to do it?

I am sorry for your friend's situation. Unfortunately, it sounds like your friend tried to handle the estate administration without the benefit of...

So I wouldn't have to physically live in the state of CT for a "Durable power of attorney: form to be legal?

You should sign a Power of Attorney which complies with the law in which you are domiciled. Some of my clients live in Connecticut, but work in...

Can I buy my moms condo from the trust for SEVx2-10% instead of one appraisal done by the trust attorneys appraiser?

Please consult with your attorney about petitioning the local probate court to approve your purchase of the home for the original price to which...