Is there a deed in NC that will pass property to another at the time of owners death?

There are various ways to protect assets during life as well as after death (to keep them from being subject to estate recovery by Medicaid). ...

It is possible to name more than one attorney in fact in a power of attorney. However, whether your mother wants to sign a power of attorney and...

It depends. For example, different states have different requirements for proper execution of a will. To be safe, it's best to have an attorney...

Is it considered elder abuse to temporarily take reading material away from an elderly person who is having religious delusions?

In NC, elder abuse includes abuse, exploitation, or neglect. For the abuse element, the abuse must be be willful, and inflict physical pain,...

Do we need an attorney for a smallish estate?

Much of my advice in this situation depends on what action you would like to take against your husband's brother, if any. Are you looking to press...

Does a power of attorney make me responsible for someone's outstanding debts?

Absolutely not.

The last will states specifically that a certain individual should not receive any part of the estate, real nor personal.

Life Insurance policies do not have to pass through probate for the proceeds to be distributed in NC; whoever is listed as beneficiary will receive...

When one spouse dies intestate is probate required for property that is not jointly owned?

The short answer is yes. If the deceased spouse died intestate, then NC statutes establish how and to whom the property should be distributed. If...

You will likely need to apply for guardianship of your niece in this situation, not just obtain power of attorney.

Do I own any portion of this home? Aunts and Uncles are trying to take it all.

You indicated that there was no will, but there are other ways that your grandmother could have planned for the property to be distributed after...