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In nj the will has given me guardianship of the dog who gets $60,000 (not me!). I cannot find a place to rent a 75 lb dog in the
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Answered on September 30, 2014
Hi - 1) an animal is considered property and can not receive a bequest, though money can be left in trust for the animal (pet trust). it does not...
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I have lived with my mother, and been her care giver for 15 years. She has dementia. If my mother needs to go into an assisted
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Answered on September 30, 2014
Larry is a respected attorney and I agree with his response. The response from California is just plain wrong according to NJ law so beware.
You...
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Trust agreement says trustees "may… in THEIR sole and absolute discretion distribute all or a portion of the trust fund to…"
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Answered on September 29, 2014
I'd predict you're not looking at the right area of the trust - early on it should establish who the trustee or trustees are, and whether they are...
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My friend wants to transfer ownership of her home to her son to protect assets due to a seriously ill husband?
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Answered on September 23, 2014
In general the answer is 5 years but there may be a 2 year exception. There may also be several strategies that are more effective, efficient, or...
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NJ Will after Death (Properties and belongings given to Underage)
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Answered on September 18, 2014
Just an FYI, a power of attorney "dies" when you do - so the POA may be beneficial now, but useless after you're gone.
You really need to get...
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Can I fight estate recovery Medicaid ? Can I sell my home before a lien from the state is issued?
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Answered on September 18, 2014
As Larry said, the home is exempt for a surviving spouse who is not on Medicaid.
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When an executor retains a lawyer, does he represent the executer or the estate? Who pays - the executor or the estate?
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Answered on September 16, 2014
The attorney represents the Executor, not the beneficiaries at large. The Estate pays. The Executor must follow the terms of the Will and comply...
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Will says half of property goes outright to A, half to trust for B. Are assets about to be poured into trust subject to probate
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Answered on September 15, 2014
Anything that goes through the will is probated. Probate essentially means, "we need the will to be valid and to use it" - once it goes through...
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My dad passed away in NJ but lived in MD until 8 months ago - need advice on where should I get my probate lawyer
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Answered on September 02, 2014
you may have the option for either state - I'd consult with an attorney from each and said which way you're better off.
As the attorney from...
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Can the beneficiary of a trust also hold power of attorney over the trustees?
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Answered on July 15, 2014
Your facts are not showing a conflict. In fact, the POA is the appropriate way for you to handle things for assets that are NOT in the trust.
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