Mom passed away/what rights do I have? my stepfather wants control over her possessions

She's your mom--you have rights as an heir to a portion of her estate.

Is what my CITY doing legal? I just moved to a gated community. Public water/public sewer. I keep my lawn nice and green.

There is a dispute resolution process with Atlanta Watershed--you can utilize that as a start to any appeal. Bear in mind we also get the joy of...

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How does a conservator get reimbursed for legal fees?

If legitimate, a conservator can account for legal fees as a necessary expense of the estate.

Can I create a trust for my mother if I file for guardianship of her?

Do it and do it now, if your guardianship carries the authority to create a trust. A local VA-accredited elder law attorney is who you should use...

Can a legal strategy be established to protect sizable proceeds from an injury settlement?

Sure--various ideas spring to mind, to include using an irrevocable trust as an alternative approach. But, you are not going to get a full and...

Mom passed away/what rights do I have? my stepfather wants control over her possessions

You have rights as an heir of your mother's estate. Concern for your stepfather's protection is laudable. You need an estate attorney to assist...

My grandmother is elderly and we have acres and acres of land that my aunt is trying to take from her and put her in a home.

Your mother should hire a local elder law attorney who is experienced in guardianships--most are.

What is the purpose of power of attorney? What restrictions can a person put on another who doesn't have power of attorney?

Get a consult with an elder law attorney immediately--you need to protect your own interests as well as mom's.

You hire a local elder law attorney immediately to assist the family--that's best course of action at this point.

What type of lawyer do I need?

Seek out a local employment law attorney.