What do we have to do legally to make sure this request is honored should she pass before her husband?

Your grandmother can execute a document designating the person to be responsible for the disposition of her remains. The family cannot do this --...

Do I need a probate lawyer

If there is no designated beneficiary on the 401k account, then the plan documents will dictate where those funds go. Generally, the plan...

Can I get custody of my younger sister?

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Can the hospital take our dead mothers inheritance?

Since your mother passed away 2 1/2 years ago, did these medical bills come from collection agencies? If so, then the medical providers have...

How do I proceed to see a "Private" trust reviewed by the court ?

The beneficiaries are entitled to an accounting from the trustee. Make demand directly to the trustee. If you do not get a satisfactory...

You are asking two very different questions. An heir can be -- and often is -- the administrator of the estate. The duties and obligations of...

How do I get guardianship of my 20 year old daughter that has mental issues in the state of VA?

You need to consult with an attorney who has expertise in this area. Having "mental issues" is not sufficient grounds for a guardianship and, even...

How can children force wife or drafting attorney to turn over a copy of Dad's Will, if Dad says yes but wife is hiding it?

If the deed shows that the property is now held as joint tenants with rights of survivorship, then it will automatically belong to the 2nd wife if...

Concerning a irrevocable trust: how long must the trustor or grantor live after the trust is formed to avoid the "estate tax"?

Your questions suggest that you are attempting to create an irrevocable trust to hold significant assets, for some tax planning purpose, without...

Daughter-in-law is not in a position to allow or not allow anything about a trust you are setting up for your grandchildren. Every term of that...