Questions answered by Joseph Franklin Pippen Jr.

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Need to get a lawyer so my mom can get a POA started to get away from her husband.

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 05, 2016

Use the AVVO "Find a Lawyer" tab to locate several attorneys to interview in your area.

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Who will inherit my aunt's estate?

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

I agree that they will be in your Aunt's estate which means the distribution will be according to state statutes. From the facts given to nieces...

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Can I is a handwritten, notarized amendment to a family trust enforceable?

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

It depends on the language in the Trust and POA as explained.

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Would a common law wife or biological children of an ailing man be entitled to his possessions?

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

I am sure he can find an attorney to visit the hospital to prepare a will or trust to give you the peace of mind concerning his estate. If not-you...

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1.What is the difference between leaving my home to my children via a will or a beneficiary deed?

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

The step-up happens with a will, trust, or beneficiary deed. Discuss with an attorney and have attorney prepare your documents.

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Can a probate judge add land deeded to some of the beneficiaries back into the value of a revocable trust

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

I would concur with the attorneys that say you and your brother own the land. A review of the trust would be necessary if the value of the land...

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Medical facility requires next of kin court documents to release medical records.

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

I assume the person died and you need to show legal authority to deal with the estate. The medical facility will not release records without court...

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When is it appropriate to give my attorney information regarding a friend's situation?

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

I would share your concerns with your attorney and follow his/her advice.

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(Mass. Estate Law). My parents had an estate plan with named executors. Today I may be asked to sign appointments. Should I?

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

You could fight the appointment but my guess in the long run would be that your brother would be appointment. Your agreement just makes the...

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My mother is going into a nursing home on medicaid.

Joseph's answer | Answered on June 03, 2016

Did you live in home as a caregiver. If not-your mother will be subject to the 5 year look back on gifts and be disqualified for a number of...

Joseph Franklin Pippen Jr.'s Answers (10121)

Need to get a lawyer so my mom can get a POA started to get away from her husband.

Who will inherit my aunt's estate?

Can I is a handwritten, notarized amendment to a family trust enforceable?

Would a common law wife or biological children of an ailing man be entitled to his possessions?

1.What is the difference between leaving my home to my children via a will or a beneficiary deed?

Can a probate judge add land deeded to some of the beneficiaries back into the value of a revocable trust

Medical facility requires next of kin court documents to release medical records.

When is it appropriate to give my attorney information regarding a friend's situation?

(Mass. Estate Law). My parents had an estate plan with named executors. Today I may be asked to sign appointments. Should I?

My mother is going into a nursing home on medicaid.