When is it a conflict of intrest for the person who has a power of attorney to be the beneficiary in a will.

It isn't necessarily a conflict of interest and many agents are frugal with spending funds; you never know how long someone will live. However, if...

Can I change her last name?

You can change her name without the biological father's explicit permission but only if you satisfy the notice requirements and her biological...

I need to remove someone ad administrator of my mothers estate. the court wants a petition. where can I find a form for this?

It isn't DIY and I'd only add that depending on the terms of the will - like if there is a no contest clause - your court action could result in...

Do I need to go to court to appoint myself a guardian of my kids estate? Or is appointing someone else in my best interest

I agree that you need counsel. The terms of the trust or rules under the Uniform Trust Code may provide you options that do not require a court...

My mom has her few assets in an "estate". She needs to go into assisted living. Can they take her "estate" for payment?

I agree and would add that it is very easy for families to unknowingly do things with the assets that will be a problem later. You also need the...

Adult children have no claim against the estate of a deceased parent who has not provided for you in their will. Also, even without a will a child...

Who gets access to what is in the Will and who gets access to what is in the Trust both dated on same day?

Revocable trusts often include assignments of tangible personal property to the trust, both assets owned at the time of the signing and later...

Is spouse allowed to cohabitate before legal separation

You should re-post your question under divorce or separation. Your question seems more about what are your rights when a spouse has deserted a...

What is the proper way to cancel a Power of Attorney?

It sounds as though your son is a minor (under 18 years) in which case what you are really trying to do is ensure that only you have sole legal...

Mother passed away, can I transfer stock ownership without filing probate?

I actually think you may be able to transfer the stock if all of the personal property at your mother's death (that didn't pay on death to anyone,...