Can you add an already deceased spouse to a bank account?

He should not be able to do it. I don't know why he would do it. Adding a deceased person's name to a bank account would have no effect whatsover...

It might not be a conflict under a strict interpretation of the rules, but it probably would not pass the conflicts check process in my law firm.

Do I have a duty to report firm-wide unethical behavior as a paralegal?

Lawyers have such a duty under the Disciplinary Rules. Paralegals don't. It's betwen you and your conscience.

How can hospitals change medical records to be in their benefit. shouldn't this be illegal? what can I do about it?

It is a violation of Federal regulations to falsify medical records, and although I don't practice in TX I am sure it is a violation of TX law as...

Without a will, your uncle's property passes by intestacy. Assuming he has no spouse, no living parents and no direct descendants, the next in line...

My father died 6 years ago and I believe older br. changed the will. He was executor and took everything including 2 mil gold

You will have a tough time trying to undo this probate 6 years after death. You can try to find a probate litigation lawyer to take the matter on a...

If Iam a beneficiary in a will am I entitled to see a copy of thatwill?

When the will is offered for probate, you will see a copy. If it is not offered for probate, you can bring a proceeding in the Surrogate's Court to...

My friend passed away recently without a will or any family. He had assets and wanted them to go to me.

No state requires wills to be filed before death. Some permit it, but where it is permitted, it is still rare. Unless you have access to your...

Can my attorney hire me to do research or consulting in my expertise if I am still a client?

It is not unethical but I don't recommend it until your case is totally over. It's very difficult to keep your work for your lawyer and his work...

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Opposing Counsel Fees in New York

Without knowing what kind of case it is, it's impossible to know whether your opponent would be entitled to counsel fees should they win. Talk to...