Depending upon what you mean by "sole resident of this estate," yes you may have a certain amount of authority. If your legal residence is in your...

The short answer is yes, of course you can contest your father's Will after he has passed. The matter gets a bit complicated if you expect to...

How do I find out about a life insurance my mother had for my children, her grandchildren.? She told me it was with travelers

I agree with all info thus far provided and will add a little known fact about a power of attorney... it ceases to exist upon the death of the...

How can I prevent someone from illegally buying a deceased persons home?

A lien is not the proper path for your purposes. If the deed is still in your aunt's name alone then it may not be sold by anyone other than the...

I agree with attorney Welch and will add the fact that once your original lease expires and you are on an automatic month to month, the terms of...

I called CPS in NY for a relative whose boyfriend is abusing her 4 year old. ? Does this child need an attorney to protect his

I've moved your question from Elder Law to Child Abuse so attorneys qualified to provide a more specific answer may participate. In the meantime,...

Attorney Pont is 100% correct. The best advice you can obtain through this online forum is to seek a qualified attorney in your area, as this is...

As a loving grandmother do I have rights to the child if the father doesnt?

Despite the fact that you are a grandparent, this is not an issue normally addressed by Elder Law attorneys. I have moved your question to Family...

My share in the house?

I agree with attorney Chertock and would add that depending upon the type of retirement account your husband has, you may be more protected than...

I was left the residual of my grandmother’s estate and I just learn that there is unclaimed money, can I claim the money?

Although you may or may not have a legitimate claim to the money, the only person it will be released to is the court appointed fiduciary of your...