My sister was in a pyschiatric ward 10 years ago. Is she competent to be my mothers POA? How can I change whats in effect now?

The easiest answer is: If you mother is still competent, have her change her POA. But just as you feel your mother is being influenced, she too...

You have a serious elder law issue on your hands. It would be much smarter to visit with an elder law attorney in your area to determine if this...

The other attorneys offer good answers....one practical thing to consider is the upfront costs of this type of planning versus the assets being...

Can i sell the property that has been deeded in a living trust to my sons with their approval and signatures

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Can i sell the property that has been deeded in a living trust to my sons with their signatures

I'm not sure what is meant by "with their signatures." If you have a "typical" living trust arrangement you are free to sell the property in the...

Do I need an attorney to draft a will?

You don't need an attorney in order to draft a will, and you don't need an attorney to be present to sign your will but the "formalities" of the...

Dividing money according to my mother's will. My brother has passed, do I divide his share with his 3 sons or give all to wife?

It is unlikely this inheritance would go to his wife. The will has to be reviewed to see what the language says exactly. Most likely the...

When my father passes, I'm sure my brother will get the family farm. If he is the only one listed on his Will, do I get nothing?

Assuming the will is valid and validly executed and he was not influenced and of sound mind, he can leave his estate to anyone he chooses. The...

I would like to know if my sister has power of guardianship while my father lies in an induced coma. How do i find his lawyer?

You may be somewhat confused...typically a person who has given another power of attorney signs a General Durable Power of Attorney (the agent may...

Can I stop my deseased mothers boyfriend from taking equipment she purchased for remodeling her house?

You say the items were "willed" to the children. Is there a will? Has it been probated? Is there an executor legally authorized to represent the...