Any motion to remove an Article 81 guardian very likely contains a serious allegation of fiduciary misconduct. It may involve a financial penalty...

My colleagues have given you sound advice. If there is anything that appears to be delaying your application for Letters your counsel can file...

If your father is not competent to make decisions for himself or unaware of the consequences of his decisions and someone he is relying upon even...

My father passed away in 2018 left me and my brothers money?

Please review the actual trust document or will with an attorney who can examine the terms in your father's trust. Then they can help you...

How much would an elder lawyer cost to readjust assets?

An Elder Law / Estate Planning attorney can discuss the legal options for planning that are available to the couple. A knowledgeable attorney can...

Is it theft?

If the joint account holder was placed on the account as a matter of convenience only to pay bills having to do with your grandmother's funeral...

How do I find out if my sister has a power of attorney in place ? If not how do I go upon being her poa?

If her current condition is likely to continue you will need to petition the Supreme Court to become your sister’s Article 81 guardian. At times...

Would I be able to obtain legal guardianship over my 60-year-old uncle with chronic schizophrenia?

Meeting with an attorney to discuss an article 81 guardianship is the best place to start. As to finding your uncle have you checked all area...

Does having a Power of Attorney allow a person to sell property or transfer into someone else’s name?

The actual power of attorney form that your father filled out will control the authority of the attorneys-in-fact. A NY statutory power of...

How can I see my grandmother who is in a nursing who guardian (which is my aunt) is not allowing me to see her.

You should make a formal request to allow visits with your grandmother. It may be best to review the guardianship order that appoints your aunt to...