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What is the legal requirement for a post
Nuptial agreement in NYS that make a
Agreement between a husband and wife
Vaild ?
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Answered on November 18, 2015
You can try Legal Aid to see if they would handle your case pro-bono. But in general, as the other attorneys said - it is unlikely. You are more...
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My mother died recently in NY. She had accounts in many banks on her name and in trust for children. How can we find accounts?
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Answered on November 16, 2015
In addition to the answers above, you should monitor the state "unclaimed funds" accounts. After a couple of years, your mom's accounts may be...
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Can a debt collector touch money from a retirement fund, pension, IRA?
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Answered on November 16, 2015
It depends on your age. It depends on the judgment. It depends on the type of pension (i.e. Social Security cannot be touched). Talk to a specialist.
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I need to ask about elder care for myself. I have no dependents. Also need to ask about a friend's end of life planning.
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Answered on November 14, 2015
Any specific questions like that are much better answered by a local elder law attorney. Lawyers from another state and even from a different area...
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My son has psych problems but currently isn't on disability. Should I do a special needs trust for him in my will just in case?
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Answered on November 13, 2015
Even if he does not end up on disability, he still does not sound like a person who should be in control of his own money. You can put money in...
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HOW CAN I PROTECT MY 90 YEAR OLD MOTHER FROM A BROTHER WHO IS CONSTANTLY IN TROUBLE. ASKS FOR MONEY, BORROWS HER CAR. EX WIFE
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Answered on November 13, 2015
You can get an order of protection. You can block their phone calls. You can tell your brother that mom will disinherit him completely if he...
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I am being accused of Medicaid fraud. how can I prove myself if my investigator is unwilling to help me?
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Answered on November 13, 2015
The investigator is not there to help you. The investigator is there to find out the facts. Your lawyer is there to help you. If you think you need...
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I owe credit card debt and taxes. My mom passed away. Is there anything I can do so that I don't lose my inheritance?
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Answered on November 13, 2015
I would be curious to see what the other attorneys will say, but as far as I can tell, the answer is "no".
You can 'disclaim' your inheritance...
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Am I legally responsible to pay bills that I get addressed to "the estate of" my deceased husband ?
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Answered on November 12, 2015
If there are no assets of the estate, you are not responsible. You can write a letter to the companies explaining that the estate has no assets.
Can I initial the boxes on the durable power of attorney for my elderly mom?
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Answered on November 12, 2015
No, you should not be initialing anything for your mother on the Power of Attorney. This would be a good reason for it to be found invalid.
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