You are going to need a lawyer to review the trust and see if there are any provisions that allow you to access funds prior to 55.

She did not have a will and all assets were taken by nephews. How do I file a probate case?

Are the nephews her children? If so, they will inherit without a Will anyway. Remember assets such as joint bank accounts or beneficiary...

What will happen to my Medicaid at age 55? Will the inheritance change my Medicaid? Should I create a trust for my kids?

If you already received the inheritance, turning 55 will not affect your benefits. Medicaid in NY is an income based program not asset based. Once...

Can I put a Lien on Mom's Estate If I Pay Back Taxes?

In order to put a lien on the estate, an estate must be opened by going to probate. If the house is in mom's name, which it sounds like it is, then...

Would husband be eligible for medicaid (for nursing home) since I have no income of my own. He gets total 3000 a month (SSD,etc)

Assuming you have no assets, if he goes into a nursing home, you will be permitted to keep roughly $3,000 per month of his income for your use....

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Does my mother having legal recourse? The items are antiques.

I think if its now your sister's stuff, let her pay for the storage. However, I would not get you mother involved. She does need that type of...

I am not an Arkansas lawyer but I can't see how you are going to do this without an attorney. If your question will the court allow you to even...

What can be done Probated A Forged Will for Dads Estate In South Carolina ? Now Stepmother dead and Another Forged Will probated

It is often the case that families in your type of situation want law enforcement to get involved with their case. However, when the person is...

How can we get access to her money to not have it count against her Medicaid eligibility

You are going to have to get a Guardianship/Conservatorship which is a court proceeding for you to take over her affairs.

How do I transfer a house to my name if both of my parents passed away and both are on the title?

You will probably have to file two probates one for each, unless Illinois has a special exemption. Your best bet is to call the probate court in...