How much does estate planning cost for creating a trust, power of attorney, etc?

Not enough info given. It can depend on many factors, such as your goals, the types of vehicles used, the amount of assets, the attorney's rates...

If I file a trust contest and win will all the amendments disappear?

Sounds like there are a lot of facts here so you need the advice of an attorney who can see as much as possible. However I will say that if...

The "residuary" clause applies to all assets not otherwise disposed of or spoken for in the will. Thus it sounds like the house goes to one, and...

I need help trying to stop this funeral for my uncle from happening today. please help

Is there a will with a named executor (executor handles affairs when someone dies, "power of attorney" is for when someone is alive)? Typically the...

Our Mother life Insurance has 1 Beneficiary listed. Our Father, but he has passed away.

If there is no living beneficiary, more than likely the estate would receive the life insurance. Depending on the size of the estate you may or...

Can a will that wasn't notarized hold up?

A quick search indicates that NC does potentially honor holographic (handwritten) wills. But you say it is not signed? That may be a huge issue...

My great aunt has been declared incompetent and has a legal guardian. How can I get her released from nursing home in PA?

Assuming the guardian agrees with what you want to do, the guardian would have to petition the Orphans Court in PA to have this happen. You almost...

Can sibling petitioning for guardianship of a disabled parent be contested as unfit to serve as guardian in IL?

I would advise you to hire an attorney who has experience in contested guardianships. Generally children have equal rights in these types of...

How do I leave my home to someone after death ?

Depends on your wishes and your goals, and to some extent the size of the estate. Using a will is the most basic answer but there are many other...

Hiring an attorney for estate planning. What is a free consultation?

Depends on the attorney - I pretty regularly give an hour or more in a free consult, at least for estate planning. Estate planning is really more...