If the owner's nephew is giving you legal advice to "just take the title to register at DMV" then he needs to go with you to guarantee that that...

How can I open a safe deposit box my father rented before he died?

It might not be a good idea to open it by yourself. Regardless, you will need a court order to do so unless the bank has your signature card on...

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My nephew put a caveat against the probate of will of my father. What are the next steps I need to take?

The will names you the executor apparently. The court would then issue letters testamentary to you which give you the power to pay lawful debts...

How to fix a trust?

Someone needs to carry out your uncle's mother's wishes. If none of the successors she named agrees to assume the duties then a court will do so. ...

Hi I lived with my parents for 40 years. My father passed away and three weeks later my mother suffered a stroke. My sister beca

What responsibility did you accept for your parents while you lived with them for 40 years? For example, after your father died, what did you do...

Yes. And some states even provide attorney's fees and costs if a validly executed power of attorney is not honored. Check with legal counsel in...

Is it still possible to revoke POA I have granted without original date on revocation letter?

Yes. Describe it to the best of your ability (i.e. "Revoke the POA signed in 2013 in White Plains, NY"). If you don't have a safe deposit box,...

Are the POA and Health Proxy Forms on this link still valid? And how do I know?

The following link includes extremely helpful information regarding POAs. Once you read it, you be the judge of how to proceed. The attorneys...

Do Power of Attorney Cancellation letters have to be witnessed or notarized?

All of the attorneys are correct. If the POA was recorded (i.e. related to a real estate transaction or mortgage loan) then execute the Notice of...

In the state of NY when a spouse passes and leaves a medical debt and there is no estate who is responsible for the debt?

As a general rule you are correct. However, anyone can, by contract, guarantee to pay the debts of another person. For example, let's assume that...