How can I plan for my 89 year old father's estate?

Whether your father will be able to execute a power of attorney will depend on his capacity. As your father is already in a Nursing Home I suggest...

I am sorry for your loss, but it is difficult to answer your question without further information. In New York, if the house is owned by your...

Is it legal in NYC for a lawyer/landlord to lock out the documented executor from a person's apt. who did not die in the apt?

Your question is a little confusing, but I assume you mean that the landlord did not permit the named executor into the decedent's apartment. If...

This is a very difficult question to answer without having all the information. Is your brother the health care proxy of your mother and/or father?...

Not sure why I received a petition from probate court in the matter of my late uncle's estate, when a will is present?

Without knowing all of the details, and seeing the documents it is hard to give you a definitive answer, However, you are likely receiving a copy...

Can rights of an Executor of Will open door for debt collectors to go after the Executor after principal dies?

My condolences on your loss. More information is needed to provide you with a complete answer, but generally in New York, the creditors of a...

I have a brother that's 35 years old I'm trying to get custody of him

This is a very intricate question and the answer will depend on certain facts not indicated in your question. I suggest that you make an...

Can trust restrictions or wording be changed and if so how?

Possibly. It depends on the type of trust and whether the Grantor and other interested parties are still alive. Additionally, it may be possible to...

How long can the executor hold the $ before distribution ?

In New York, there is no limitation for when the executor has to distribute assets. Executors are normally advised to not distribute assets before...

My dad was a NYC police officer, he passed in 2015, am I entitled to a portion of his pension after his death - (my mom is gone?

Pension plan beneficiaries are determined by the contract of the pension plan. Therefore, it's uncertain whether you would be entitled any portion...