Questions answered by Shelley Ann Elder

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A co-beneficiary/executor organization has a staff attorney charging more than then the value of the estate, is this legal?

Shelley's answer | Answered on July 19, 2014

This is unfortunate and sometimes happens when an organization rather than an individual is left to be executor. If you have done a formal probate...

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Probate question for minors, to retrieve monies owed from trust fund stolen when probate is open

Shelley's answer | Answered on July 19, 2014

You either need to let your guardian take care of this or petition the court for a new guardian. It sounds like you believe the trustee of your...

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At a Probate Auction involving land are the laws the same as those auctions under the Master of Equity? 30 day open bid apply?

Shelley's answer | Answered on July 19, 2014

Mr. Vitollo's information is up to date and a good answer. I would follow his suggestions.

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I'm currently living with my mom an want to go live with my uncle in Blanchard la and go to school there wat do we need to do?

Shelley's answer | Answered on July 19, 2014

Not sure how old you are but the proper area for an atty to give you advice will be family.

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How much money can I keep in checking account when filling for bankruptcy?

Shelley's answer | Answered on July 19, 2014

You will need to speak to a TX bankruptcy attorney on this b/c the exemption amounts are different in each state

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Am I entitled to proof as executor as the the trust has a provision in it that does exist in the prior drafts at all?

Shelley's answer | Answered on July 19, 2014

Talk to the probate court to see what needs to be done to terminate the probate. It sounds as if you are finished although not satisfied.

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I have a property in Beaverton, OR and it has a warranty deed in my name I want to make it living trust deed

Shelley's answer | Answered on July 19, 2014

This is similar to other answers but see it these steps make it simpler for you. First you need to set up a living trust, then you will transfer...

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Do i qualify for exemption from means test under disability vet exemption?

Shelley's answer | Answered on July 19, 2014

The exemption for veterans is for disabled vets. You still have to count your income. Let an atty do a consultation and see where you fall. . ...

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Should I see an attorney?

Shelley's answer | Answered on July 19, 2014

I doubt they will actually do anything but you need to get a power of attorney for your mother and petition the court to open a probate with you as...

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My daughter was molested on a special needs school bus at 6 years old by 18 year old boy. He served time. Goes to counseling

Shelley's answer | Answered on July 19, 2014

I know one of the other attys suggested changing this to lawsuits as an area and I believe you should talk to a local attorney about this. You...

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A co-beneficiary/executor organization has a staff attorney charging more than then the value of the estate, is this legal?

Probate question for minors, to retrieve monies owed from trust fund stolen when probate is open

At a Probate Auction involving land are the laws the same as those auctions under the Master of Equity? 30 day open bid apply?

I'm currently living with my mom an want to go live with my uncle in Blanchard la and go to school there wat do we need to do?

How much money can I keep in checking account when filling for bankruptcy?

Am I entitled to proof as executor as the the trust has a provision in it that does exist in the prior drafts at all?

I have a property in Beaverton, OR and it has a warranty deed in my name I want to make it living trust deed

Do i qualify for exemption from means test under disability vet exemption?

Should I see an attorney?

My daughter was molested on a special needs school bus at 6 years old by 18 year old boy. He served time. Goes to counseling