Do I need a franchise attorney?

Yes. You need an attorney. Franchise agreements are very complicated documents nearly always drafted to give an enormous advantage to the franchise...

Looking for a family Law Lawyer.

I would suggest you contact the Columbus Bar Association Attorney Referral Service and the Legal Aid Society of Columbus for assistance. Also, the...

Our 'trust' owns our family home which we hold the mortgage for a buyer.

I don't entirely understand the focus of your question, but if the trust is acting as a lender in this situation, it probably has the right to...

My mother passed away about 2 years ago, but the house deed wasn't changed to my father name. They had no will at that time.

You should consult an attorney to look at the deed and see what needs to be done. If the property was in both names with survivorship, preparation...

My son died in jan. he was married but living apart

Property held in joint names or with a beneficiary designation will transfer to the co-owner/ named beneficiary outside of probate and is not...

Do I need a will?

I think it is important to have at least a simple Will, regardless of the nature or value of your assets. The second biggest thing that having a...

Can I be paid for taking care of property owned by 2 brothers and myself apart from executor fees

You can be reimbursed by the estate for costs that you incurred while performing your duties. You should keep detailed records (perhaps on a...

Property still in deceased's name six years after probate.

Yes, you will have to re-open the probate to get the property transferred out of your grandmother's name. However, this may be a pretty simple...

She may be required to pay rent depending upon the circumstances. Sometimes, it is not in the estate's best interest to leave real property vacant,...

Under the law of Ohio, a 19 year old is an adult and, as such, can make his or her own residence decisions. Guardians can be appointed for minor...