Can the surviving spouse's funds in a foreign bank account be taken by the creditor to pay off the deceased's debt?

I agree with the answer of Attorney James. Given that the decedent's creditors will soon be barking at the door, the surviving spouse should...

Attorney Clausen is correct. Absent a showing that your mother was lacking capacity or under undue influence at the time she established the...

Living Trust Funds left over That the agent of the fund does not have and stalling to pay up. what should I do? get a lawyer?

Yes. You need to retain an experienced estates and trusts lawyer as soon as possible. Otherwise, you may never recover these funds. Good luck to...

If someone is in a will to receive something and that person is deceased, who is next in line to recieve it?

If there is no successor beneficiary named in the will for the disposition of the tools, then this is a bequest that "lapsed." In such a...

Death of my mom,house willed to me and my sisters,oldest sister wants us to sign our part over to her,there is a home equity loa

Do not sign anything. You need to retain an experienced attorney immediately to review the documentation and protect your interests in your...

How do I get temp custody or temp guardianship for my 14 yr old granddaughter?

I admire your willingness to step-in and be a shield for your grand-daughter. All children should be so fortunate. Unfortunately, obtaining...

Pregnant woman in ICU and mother and sister somehow took Power of Attorney away from me can i do anything about this?

Attorney Frederick is correct. As long as your friend had the mental capacity to sign a new Power of Attorney, she could have done so. Indeed,...

Should spouse and I establish living trusts for purpose of asset protection and long term care in the event of incapacity?

Attorney DiSalvo's answer is correct. It is vitally important that you retain an experienced estate planning attorney to advise you on the...

My Son needs a place to live.HE HAS A DISABILITY AND IS ON DDS AND SIS

Attorney McMahon is correct. The last thing you want to do is jeopardize your son's eligibility for state benefits so please consult with an...

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Absent reviewing the underlying trust agreement, there is no way to fully answer your question. With that said, typically, it would be up to the...