Does NYS honor life estates

New York recognizes and permits life estates. But that may not be the best method under the circumstances that you describe. It also is relevant...

You've asked a very simple and direct question. But there's no one-size-fits-all answer. I don't practice in Puerto Rico and thus can't advise...

My brother was POA for dad with me secondary. My dad’s money is now only in brothers name I can’t get any info. Is this legal?

There's a lot of information that's needed to evaluate this. And there are many questions that must be answered to even begin to give you advice. ...

How do I proceed with a hospital bill my deceased aunt received?

No, don't send the bill back as undeliverable. That will accomplish nothing except to make you appear to be playing games. A creditor may make...

My mother and I had deed in both our names. She contributed nothing to her share of taxes, maint, etc. Is estate liable?

You own half the house and, based on the distribution under your mother's will, ultimately will own two thirds of the house. You may be able...

My sister is executive of my dads estate he is alive and she moved 100000 dollars into a account in only her name ?

Whatever authority your sister used to transfer your father's funds into her own name has nothing to do with the fact that his will names her as...

Your dad obviously drafted his own will. That's never a good idea. Before I answer your question, I want you to know that one of the biggest...

Does a power of attorney override a voluntary administrator?

A power of attorney can be used only during the principal's lifetime. An administrator (voluntary or otherwise) can serve only after the person's...

What do I do?

These things happen. The probate process involves proving the genuineness and validity of a will. That's precisely why removing staples from a...

If the account is a joint account or has a designated beneficiary, then the other person named on the account would be entitled to the proceeds of...