I'm suppose to recieve the life insurance money my grandma left me, how do I look into that now I'm almost 18?

If she does not release the money to you upon request at the age of 18-you will need to hire an attorney. She may need to obtain a court order of...

Does my unmarried uncle need a will for the house we own together?

It should go to the three of you. Your uncle should consider a living trust to make the process easier upon death. Most likely-the girlfriend...

I obtained a General POA in Jan. 2011 while my mother was aware of the doc, she was in early stage of Alzheimer's. Is this OK?

A POA usually eliminates the need for a guardianship. However-your sister could attempt a guardianship "takeover" and try to prove it would be in...

Does an out of state trust need to be registered with anyone in Florida in order to do business?

A real estate title company will often want to check the trustee powers section of the trust before completing a real estate transaction. A bank...

An attorney can create a JT A/B trust that splits into two parts upon the first death and funded upon the first death or create two separate A/B...

Your Dad can leave whatever he wants to the new wife and you cannot prevent it-it is his decision. As long as he is competent-he is free to do...

I'm named in a will, I don't belive some of the things the executor is telling us. How do iI protect myself ?

I would retain an attorney to represent you. Detail your concerns and the attorney will write a letter demaning explanations. You are entitled...

I am leaving all I have to my brother in my Last will and Testament.

The PR has a duty to pay known creditors and the ad that was mentioned in previous answer "smokes" out the unknown creditors. Creditors can file...

Upon splitting the funds with my sister, do I incur a tax? What are the tax liabiilites for the giver and for the recipient?

You can give your sister $125,000-file a 709 gift tax return and elect to use up $112,000 of your lifetime exemption and not pay a tax($13,000 tax...

My dad has been separated from his wife for about 8-10yrs. she's not my mother.. He has been recently diagnosed with cancer.. I

I agree with attorney Paxton and Frederick. Your dad needs to meet with an estate and family law attorney ASAP.