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My father has multiple medical & mental disabilities which makes him incompetent. Can I do rep him as guardian ad at the hearing

Ruth's answer | Answered on June 03, 2014

It appears that your father needs more than a guardian ad litem. It appears that he needs a full guardianship. Although he does not have the c...

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My brother n law had a major accident . He's been in ICU since April 25th. But at this time has been transferred to a long term

Ruth's answer | Answered on June 03, 2014

Your sister should consult a personal injury attorney. She should not take money from the insurance company until she consults with an attorney.

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If someone takes guardianship of my child but I get married and my new husband wants to adopt my child does that void the gaurd

Ruth's answer | Answered on June 02, 2014

getting married does not void the guardianship. Please consult a guardianship attorney for assistance.

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My Father passed away- who is responsible for the cremation? Also, do all siblings have to sign authorizing cremation.

Ruth's answer | Answered on June 02, 2014

Generally, when the facts are as you put them, the children assume the responsibility. It depends on the crematory if all siblings have to sign.

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I have several judgments against me. If I receive, via inheritance, my dad's house at his passing can I avoid loosing it?

Ruth's answer | Answered on June 02, 2014

I assume you live in Florida since this question is from Panama City. If your father lives in Florida, his house should be his "homestead" and is...

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Does my girlfriends mother need power of appointed attorney or guardianship

Ruth's answer | Answered on May 30, 2014

All one needs to take a child to the doctor in the event his or her parent is unavailable is a letter stating that the person has authority to take...

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My husband and I already have a revocable trust. I will be inheriting a large amount of money. How do I put it in the trust?

Ruth's answer | Answered on May 30, 2014

If you are the only person inheriting, you may want a separate trust drafted by a qualified estate plannng attorney. He or she can advise you about...

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A revocable trust will be made before a large inheritance is received. Does another trust have to be formed for the inheritance?

Ruth's answer | Answered on May 30, 2014

Make sure you have a qualified estate planning attorney draft the trust. If it is drafted properly, you will be able to transfer the inheritance...

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My mom left me guardian of my sisters kids that she adopted what do I do

Ruth's answer | Answered on May 30, 2014

One can suggest a guardian in a will, but in order to become legal guardian, one needs a court order. To be safe, please consult a guardianship...

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I would like to move out of state with my 13 yr old and her sister can i do this with out problems from my 13 yrs father

Ruth's answer | Answered on May 30, 2014

You should consult a family law attorney in Wisconsin. Your daughter's birth father can go to court to have her returned. You need excellent...

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