No, the children do not lose everything to the government if their parents die without a Will (aka intestate).... But nor do they get all "assets...

Is it legal for a daughter-in-law who is a real estate agent in NY to sell her late mother-in-law's house?

Unless the wording of the Trust specifically prohibits the Trustee to sell the house (which it most likely does not), then the Trustee may be the...

The answer depends upon the wording of the trust document itself. It will state whether trustees may act independently of each other or not. If the...

Look at each of the POA's and see who, if anyone, is named successor or secondary (i.e.; backup) POA. If not, and if your parents now lack...

My 62 year old cousin has had all of her belongings, including money, cell phone, car, birth certificate taken by her brother.?

If what you say is true, you should contact NYS Adult Protective Services and report what you know: ...

What do I do with landlord repeatedly entering my unit without notice (long island, new york)?

As usual, the response provided by Attorney Smollens is as correct as can be. I would add that while you are attempting to school your landlady on...

I suspect you may be misunderstanding the meaning of "assets" as defined in a pooled income trust. They are not the same as the assets (bank...

The first thing you can do prior to contacting an attorney is to contact Nassau County Surrogate's Court (assuming that is where grandmother...

Without a doubt you will need an attorney for this. Have your attorney contact the Brooklyn Surrogate's Court and get a new return date for your...

Can I go to family court to remove my biological father from my home?

Moving your question from Elder Law to Landlord/Tenant. No, family court is not the correct area. You need to file an eviction petition in the...