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The only person I know and accept is my mother and father; my mother just died. Where do I need to go for help?
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Answered on March 10, 2013
You need to meet with a probate attorney to discuss this matter. Like the other attorney said, if she had a will, the person who has possession of...
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Can a trust be closed before the 2 year period?
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Answered on March 08, 2013
It all depends. There is not enough information in your question to provide you with a proper answer. You need to meet with an attorney that...
Do I have to pay my lawyer to file annual plan of care for guardianship, or can I do it myself? I live in Florida.
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Answered on March 08, 2013
I know this is very frustrating. Many parents share these same feelings. Although you have been caring for your son for years and all that has...
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Is it easier to sell / transfer title of a home from trustee acts or from probate
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Answered on March 08, 2013
There are several factors to consider with this situation, such as how the property is currently titled, what the estate planning documents (trust...
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Should our house & rental property be titled to the trust?
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Answered on March 06, 2013
It all depends on what you are trying to accomplish. I would suggest you meet with an estate planning attorney to discuss your intentions so that...
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Is there a requirement for examining committee members to give independent assessments with regard to determining incapacity?
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Answered on March 06, 2013
744.331(3)(e) specifically states that "Each member of the examining committee shall examine the person." In the legal world, shall = must. ...
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What is the executrix entitled to?
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Answered on March 05, 2013
Florida Statute 733.617 states FL's law regarding compensation of a personal representative (executrix). It is all based on the value of the...
I have a revocable living trust , that was drawn up in Michigan , I have Florida condo I would like to place into the trust .
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Answered on March 05, 2013
You will want to meet with an estate planning attorney to review the trust and to draft a proper deed transferring the condo into the trust.
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Is it illegal/unethical for an attorney to give me a "boiler plate" will, which I then customized to match my mother's old will?
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Answered on March 05, 2013
I agree with Attorney Pippen. If your attorney friend is concerned about potential ethical issues, then the attorney should consult with the...
How can I protect my fathers assets from his girlfriend's manipulation?
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Answered on March 05, 2013
Have a heart to heart with your father when his girlfriend is not around. See if you can attend the appointment with them so that you can assist...