How is a trust set up

Absolutely, absolutely see a lawyer. Agree with my colleagues 100%. What is the goal of the trust? There are different types of trusts that a...

If someone dies in NY, what happens to an unpaid mortgage in his name?

I agree with my colleagues about the need to have a Will. It is generally not costly for a simple Will and certainly saves much time and additional...

Has the montgomery law been passed yet?

No. Those incarcerated in New York State prisons will be able to qualify for a reduction in their sentence by accumulating merit time under...

Is it illegal for a department head doctor to declare to a patient "I will take only ONE question" and then walk out?

It's bad bedside manner but not illegal. If it's a hospital, there is probably a patient representative or advocate you can talk to about the...

My father passed away in Ohio....I believe there is a will...how do I find it?....or force my step mother to produce it....

I agree with my colleague. Also, unless there is extreme hostility between you and your step-mother I have experienced softening of positions when...

Medicaid

I agree with my colleagues. With your mom is still living there they won't take her home. More information would be needed to fully assess her...

My mom may have alzheimers'. I want 2 know how can i become power of attorney.

More information would be needed about your mom's competency. She may or may not have Alzheimers as this term is often thrown around loosely. Is it...

Protecting Assets From Nursing Home

Careful here. There is a 5 year lookback for Medicaid. Be informed when it comes to the medicaid application process.Accuracy counts too. You don't...

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If parents reside in NYC and their children reside in New Jersey, does the lawyer need to license in both states?

I agree with my Avvo colleagues. More info may be needed regarding your future plans and goals. For example, your parents reside in NY now, but is...

I was raised by my Grandparents whom are both deceased. My Grandfather had a will. My Grandma did not due to her mental illness.

If your grandmother died without a will, the assets in her name in most instances will be distributed by a court-appointed administrator among your...