Can I, as a family member, request a copy of my mother's power of attorney?

A power of attorney is good ONLY while the grantor of the power is living. After death, the executor or personal representative will be in charge....

Can a court-appointed guardian operating questionably change a ward's financial mailing address legally?

Yes, having documents concerning a ward's assets forwarded to the guardian is one of the first things a guardian must do.

You should consult an estate attorney to review the documents to see if they need to be updated. State and Federal laws change - - - and an...

You can bring civil charges, but you cannot bring criminal charges. Please contact an attorney for an explanation and advice.

Once a spouse receives everything from a deceased spouse, the surviving spouse can designated beneficiaries to receive assets on her death. the...

What form-good in CT-does a beneficiary use to disclaim an interest in an estate where the estate consists only of cash in bank?

I suggest that you consult an estate attorney in CT to prepare the appropriate document for you to sign and record. Disclaimers can be tricky and...

My dad passed away and named me as primary beneficiary of his 401k account, but no spousal consent was signed.?

A 401(k) must go to a surviving spouse unless a consent was signed. On the other hand, an IRA can be given to anyone.

When there is an attorney in a probate proceeding is he supposed to represent all the heirs or just the executor

The estate attorney represents the executor - not the heirs. The attorney should explain the probate process to the executor.

Can my brother who is legal guarding of my father sell his house without siblings consent?

If your brother is your father's legal guardian, he has the right to sell the house without siblings' consent. He may need to have a hearing and...

Can my siblings take possession of my moms home after her death with a will in place that gives me first option?

If you purchased the home, you should have a Deed. The Deed should have been recorded. Since you are the owner, you must pay the taxes and...