Is a Power of Attorney responsible for their principles criminal restitution after the principles death?

I agree with the other attorneys that the liability would likely become a debt of his estate but I would think you'll need a serious answer from an...

My sister has Power of Attorney for my mother who is gravely ill. Don't know if living will exists.

When you say she has power of attorney are you referring to a financial power of attorney (General Durable Power of Attorney)? Is there a health...

Car is in Spouses name, he agreed to make payments. If he loses job will I lose my car? What happens if he doesn't pay for it.

Yes he is responsible if he is the owner and is responsible on the note. Cars not paid for can be repo'd.

As P.R., what do I do with a book collection left in a will to a minor child to be trusted until age 21?

Sounds like you have a lot of questions and would need the assistance of an attorney. What does the will say, if anything, about the books and...

Sibling was power of attorney for parent's estate. Finding out there are significant investments not included in probate.

Just to get the terminology right - an agent acts under a power of attorney (usually if a person is alive, but incapacitated); an executor acts...

Do I need an attorney?

It is difficult to answer this question without more information. It is unusual to have such a provision so I am curious if you've seen the will...

What is tax deductible?

These types of questions are generally best posed to a CPA. Do yourself a very big favor and find a good CPA who can advise you and then determine...

In NJ Inheritance tax, is it calculation based on the total sum received by an inheritor or per assets?

It is the total of all assets received by each beneficiary or class of beneficiaries. I believe you may be the poster who asked some questions...

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I need referral to a lawyer who has experience in filing suit against US Government in Federal Claims Court over a tax issue.

The lawyers here on AVVO cannot solicit you directly. I would search for tax attorneys in DC and interview a few.

Probate - Bequests

Typically when a will is interpreted, the more specific items will take precedence over a general bequest. So the way you have phrased your...