Generally, we advise our clients to let those named in their wills and trusts (except for charities as in certain circumstances these can become...

Talk with a Florida attorney ASAP you time to do anything may have passed or run out soon

Assuming it was your mothers homestead, you will each get 1/2 and the creditors will get nothing (as long as not associated with the homestead. You...

I have a bank account with an adult grandchild. I also have a bank account with my husband. If my granddaughter gets sued,

Not unless you have personal liability for your granddaughter and your bank account with spouse is community property or not owned as tenants by...

Can an irrevocable trust for estate planning be modified, changed or terminated?

Yes an irrevocable trust can often be changed, modified, and terminated. While sometimes it is a litter more complicated, it is still often...

If I get my name added to deed later.

This is more of a real estate or tax issue than estate planning. Probably a mistake to do what you are proposing and only consider taxes. You may...

Can my sister or I be held responsible for debts of father?

The PR can be held responsible if they do the wrong thing but otherwise no unless you jointly created the debt or are a member, shareholder,...

My dad died and has no will or any insurance. What am I supposed to do with his things?

Contact a Florida probate attorney and they can help you with your father’s estate.

You and your siblings if any would be entitled to an equal share of any probate assets as your uncle since there was no will. Contact a lawyer to...

If I paid for major electrical repairs for Apt. building owner that has a Guardian, can I submit the receipt to be reimbursed?

Not really an elder law question. Someone will need to review the policy.