Is there any way that I can find out if my sister had a will? How can I find out if someone actually had power of atty?

Check with the court in the county where your sister last resided. I recommend taking up Mr. Pippen's offer to check for you. Douglas R....

What asset to list under a petition for summary administration?

You will need a probate attorney to handle this situation. Summary Administration is a sure way to resolve this matter. An attorney can also...

It may depend on the reason for the affidavit as to whether it needs to be formally drafted and notarized or prepared by an attorney, or it may be...

I agree with the other attorneys' answers. If she is unable to make decisions, then she does not have capacity to execute a POA and guardianship...

I recently left a company with 401k, I now have the option to cash out, roll over or leave with employer?

I would recommend consulting with a financial advisor, not an attorney. Douglas R. Coenson, Esq. [email protected] (561) 315-2120 Jupiter, FL

Obtaining answers through a public forum such as this would not constitute confidentiality, but a face-to-face meeting with an attorney for the...

My father passed Aug 3, 2012 with no will or power of attorney. What rights do my sister and I have in decision making?

I agree with the other attorneys' answers. Time is of the essence, so I strongly recommend you consult with a probate attorney in your area...

I'm not familiar with this term other than it can be referring to the case law of "DeWitt v. Duce" which was a case in Florida involving a probate...

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In Florida, the Will needs to be deposited (filed) with the Probate Court within 10 days of the decedent's passing. A Codicil is considered part...

-Beyond a living trust and Will, is a separate writing listing tangible personal property divisions among family members binding

To answer your question in the subject you posted regarding a Separate Writing, a Separate Writing may be enforced as part of the Will as long as...

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