Unless your father authorizes his attorney to provide you with a copy of the Will, the attorney cannot release it to you. Upon your father’s...

The short answer is that the ownership of a life insurance policy is subject to scrutiny when applying for Medicaid, long term care benefits but...

How do I exercise my duties executrix if a person is not yet deceased?

The Will does not become an operative document until your aunt dies and the Will is submitted for Probate. The unfortunate behavior you have...

Can I get a power of attorney to act on my step father's behalf?

An attorney will have to determine whether your stepfather has the requisite mental capacity to sign a power of attorney. Once that is established,...

How do I find a sample Order To Show Cause for NJ to compel an accounting from a co-executor?

You will need legal advice-try to find an attorney if you can. Legal Services Corporation of New Jersey provides pro bono legal advice for persons...

When establishing an estate plan for blended families would it be prudent to designate direct beneficiaries on my IRA accounts?

This is a very difficult question to answer as there are benefits to creating a trust to be beneficiary of your IRA accounts. Often, a person wants...

My husband is presently in a nursing home for rehab to transition to long term there will be a lien placed on his assets

You should consult with an Elder Law attorney as soon as possible. There are a variety of ways to protect assets but the attorney will need to...

Power of attorney?

The question lacks some specifics. The answer depends upon whom the check is made payable to-if it is made out to your brother, then he may be able...