I have guardianship of my sister can I sight for her

The question you asked is not clear - if you are asking if you can sign and purchase life insurance for your sister you need to have the court or...

There is a functional standard in NY for incapacity. If the hoarding endangers your mother's health or safety or results in her potential eviction...

Guardian

The result that having a guardian may make on the will is not to the will document itself as the guardian does not have any authority to change a...

The best way to assure that the people you want are included in your will and that anyone you do not wish to receive or control your assets for...

If one Jointowner Cashed Bank,Stocks,Brokarage,etc. Accounts. When the Other JointOwner has Dementia does it nullify the JTWROS?

Either owner of an account that is held with JTWROS can access the monies held in those accounts. If one owner is taking advantage or actions...

Can the state contest a will that was done prior to the mental breakdown of the person making the will?

The needs of the incapacitated person will decide what is done with his property and his wishes will be taken into consideration. The guardian...

Federal Court

A guardianship petition in NYS for a vulnerable elderly person is brought in Supreme Court and must be based on the functional limitations of the...

I live in New York City. Can the beneficiary of my will also be the Executor of the will ? Thanks in advance.

There is no prohibition against the executor also being a beneficiary under your will. So, yes the same person can be both. Please be certain...

How can i get legal guardianship of my 18 year old daughter who is mentally ill

Please see an elder law and special needs attorney near you to discuss the type of guardianship best suited to your daughter and family. The...

If someone in New York dies without Will Is it legal for 1 beneficiary to take money from estate before court order granted ?

If there is a bank account / brokerage account / insurance policy or employee death benefit with a named beneficiary that beneficiary can present...