Do I need to file a "zero" estate tax return in NJ?

For tax purposes gross estate includes everything wholly or partly in decedent's name whether it passes under a will or outside the will. The...

A retainer/engagement can be as broad or as narrow as the parties agree.

Can i revoke an "irrevocably constituted attorney" ?

A client can always change lawyers but that won't necessarily prevent the first lawyer from receiving fees.

My husband has stage 4 brain cancer. Going on Medicaid in patient long term care. Do I sell my house before he passes or after

You should not sell the house or do anything else financially w/o first consulting a lawyer with Medicaid expertise. Lincroft is not far from Gary...

Unfair treatment of the Elderly

No. A lawyer is not required to file suit but it would be highly advisable to consult a lawyer. You may or may not have a case. Suing may put...

If all participants in a life estate deed that is enclosed within an irrevocable trust agree to sell the house,

First off, to sell a house in North or Central Jersey, you need a lawyer anyway. Nobody can honestly answer your question w/o reviewing the trust...

For purposes of Medicaid qualification and 5 year lookback, what assets are considered "exempt?"

All assets owned by either spouse except for exempt assets count against Medicaid asset limits. Exemptions include, w/o limitation, one car, one...

Should I pursue a case against Kentucky Medicaid for false, misleading information regarding benefits?

You should address your question to a local lawyer familiar with Medicaid. Lawsuits can be difficult and expensive so you want to know what you...

Realty Transfer Tax Question NJ

You may be eligible for a reduced realty transfer fee but that depends on various factors. You also probably are liable for non-resident income...

In PA, if a homeowner enters a nursing home, can any of the proceeds from the sale of the home be gifted to the children?

The parent can give whatever she wants to her kids. There is no limit. However, gifts of more than $14,000 per person per year are taxable gifts...