Is there anyway to preserve assets after the fact?

You should be looking for an Estate Planning attorney who also can handle the probate. There are options, but each one has its own downside. More...

Is my son with Irrevocable trust could be eligible for SSI?

An irrevocable trust that was correctly drafted for a special needs beneficiary should shelter assets for SSI and Medicaid. You should speak to an...

The attorney you will use to review it should be able to answer this question. If you feel your mother's competency will one day come into...

Single, about to get married; Want to give 300k to my parents so they can retire sooner, best way?

Based on the vague facts, there are so many answers one can give you. Besides for speaking with a competent attorney regarding your planning for...

If your estate lawyer withdraws as your attorney and has filed a motion with the Surrogate Court,what should u do as the client?

You should find a new attorney to appear for you. Use a service like Avvo to find someone who has the experience to do so.

Unless you are certain there was a valid will when your brother died, do not assume so. 5 months is a long time to pass without the executor moving...

Can ownership of house transfer without ancillary probate?

Yes, ancillary probate will be needed in NY. FL has no jurisdiction over the assets in NY. Even if there was no will, there would still be a need...

In New York can a niece who is not a blood descendent inherit if there is no will.

I assume that your uncle cannot create a will, otherwise the easiest thing would be for him to draft a will. It is not clear what you mean by "I...

More information is needed to fully answer this. I assume they are doing this for some Estate Planning/Medicaid Planning. Gifting the house to...

My mother is 87 and $200 over the medicaid limit she needs a home aid. I am her daughter and I am blind. Can I set up a trust

The best option would be to join a Pooled Income Trust(PIA). A PIA allows you to put the excess income ($200) in the trust account for you mother,...