The Notary said I need a testate form for him to be able to notarize my will. What is a testate exactly ?

A will is witnessed, not notarized. A self-proving affidavit, which is sometimes attached to a will to facilitate probate, is notarized. You...

My nephew put a caveat against the probate of will of my father. What are the next steps I need to take?

If your nephew attempts to prove that the will is invalid for some reason, then you will need to respond in some manner. You should consult with a...

How to fix a trust?

You should show the trusts and related paperwork to an attorney to review the relevant provisions. A named trustee may decline to serve. ...

How can I secure in writing an agreement with my tenants who want to renovate kitchen to install a dishwasher?

It’s good that they asked for your permission. Your instinct to put the matter in writing is good too. An appliance like that is not very...

Hi I lived with my parents for 40 years. My father passed away and three weeks later my mother suffered a stroke. My sister beca

Do you want to become your mother's guardian? It's a job with responsibilities. As my colleagues note, you should be able to visit your mother at...

How can a person receive their inheritance before turning 18?

Because there is no will, the inheritance passes under the law of intestacy. Let us assume that the value of the estate's assets exceed the value...

How can I get guardianship of my autistic sister

Does this relate to an Article 17A guardianship? To have the guardian’s letters revoked, you will need to petition the appropriate court and...

Deal with the owner, not his agent. The owner should sign the title. If they refuse, I wouldn't deal with them. If you pay for a title that you...

Nationalgrid wants to reroute a gas line onto my property . Can a lease be written for this purpose. What are my rights.

This would likely be handled through a utility easement that gives the company a right to use and access a specific area on the property. An...

Car title - registration - loan repayment - ownership trouble

Missouri probably has jurisdiction with regard to this matter. In New York, one could file a quiet title action with regard to personal property...