How do u get POWER of attorney with some one who has Dementia

If someone lacks mental capacity, someone must apply to the Orphans Court (if in PA) to be named as Guardian for the incapacitated person/ward. ...

Decedent lives in New Jersey, and beneficiary lives in California. Who pays inheritance tax?

The short answer is yes they are paid in NJ. Is she the beneficiary to the bonds via the titling of the bonds or the will? That could make a...

What information does a couple need to make a will, i.e. account numbers, vehicle titles, marriage license? Thanks.

Most estate planning attorneys will ask you to complete a fact-finder or intake worksheet that covers things such as personal info, concerns,...

Does the lawyer who created a trust have to be hired to make amendments?

A person can hire whomever they wish as their attorney. The question you are asking however is a bit of red flag though - the document itself and...

Estate Lawyer says Title 20 3121 Family Exemption does not require any property or funds to be distributed.

Is the amount being requested? Or are you simply asking if you have to distribute it or be in violation of the statute? Practically speaking the...

What rights do a minor child of 15 have to receiving her SS money from a deceased parent when the surviving parent spends it all

You may want to look into having a representative payee named to receive the benefits on behalf of the minors. See attached link.

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If I am not beneficiaries of my moms life insurance how do I get my share all four kids were to recover 10 k of 75 k of life ins

You don't say how or why the 10k was supposed to go to each kid? Generally a life insurance beneficiary designation will control above all else (a...

My mom is dyeing without a will, her house is not paid off who gets it?

If your mother has no spouse, and there are only two children, and she dies with no valid will, her estate would go to her heirs-at-law under the...

I hope that someone here responds who is familiar with Norwegian law, but I would advise you to consult with an attorney there as well as you are...

Parents have a trust in NV & dad passed.We are filing 706 & have a business worth 7M.Is there cap gain for mom if business sells

Assets of a decedent generally speaking under current law get a stepped up basis. Based on the situation and the levels of assets involved here...