What should our first step be??

You should review these facts with a trust and probate litigation attorney. If nothing was done wrong they would not be evasive and should...

Most trusts have spendthrift protections, which may protect the assets. Also there are ways of restructuring distributions or assets before a...

You are only responsible for debt that you singed for like a credit card in both names or a home loan in both names. His estate will be...

All you need to do is file a death certificate, it can be recorded with the sale of the property.

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There are few lawyers in Fl that do contingency fee probate litigation. That said, 1/3 is relatively standard. You may be able to reach a hybrid...

It is possible that the second document you are referencing as a will is not valid. In that case the first will is the correct one to file. You...

Fraudulent representation as POW/Family Member?

You should consider contacting the DCF elder abuse hotline as well as a trust and probate litigation attorney. You do not have to wait until death...

The only way to proceed on his behalf is with a guardianship, but if he is not competent, there may be a 2 year delay on obtaining a divorce. A...

This would appear to be a bankruptcy stay violation. You should contact someone who handles these types of issues. You can use the find an...

What can I do to get primary custody of my daughter?

I am not sure why you keep posting this under Estate planning. You will need to contact an attorney who deals with child custody issues.