I am going to court with my mom in a few days, I will be representing myself.

I agree with Attorney Ashman. A person representing herself, especially in a child custody case, is in a very bad position. Please retain counsel...

What are my options when a stepmom cuts my brother and i completly from my fathers estate...

I agree with counsel. If your father is still alive, he can change his will. If not, then the situation will depend on your father's will, the...

Estate had been in probate for 5 years. Can property be foreclosed on if you didn't know the money was owed? Can it be stopped?

Yes, a house can be foreclosed upon while it is in probate and, yes, the foreclosure can be stopped (typically by working out payment arrangements...

What is the best way to make sure I get my parents house when they pass away?

I agree with Attorney Coultis. Ideally, you and your parents would meet with an experienced asset protection and real estate attorney in your...

Is the will filed in the county where the deceased lived? what is the timeframe for the executor to file this?

I agree with Attorneys Criscione and Pippen. A will is filed in the probate court for the town, city or county where the person was domiciled...

Who can witness a Power of Attorney?

I agree with Attorneys Pippen and Zelinger. Please consult with an experienced Missouri attorney concerning the preparation and proper execution...

Can my grandfathers kids over rule his will that states the house goes to me?

I agree with Attorney Lawler. Remember, a will can be changed or revoked at any time while a testator has the requisite capacity to do so. ...

Which is better pour over will withrevocable trust which has a trust for grandchildren and power of attorneyand deed

I agree with Attorney Pippen. It is typically the best practice to utilize a pour-over will and a funded revocable living trust in circumstances...

Attorney McMahon is correct. You need to consult with an experienced probate litigation attorney to provide you with your options going forward. ...

Does an estate have to be opened & creditor's notified if the property is worth at best $30,000, but there no other assets ?

I agree with Attorneys Paquette and Carter. if the debts exceed the assets, there is little reason for family members to get involved with any...