I recently won the Mega Millions Jackpot. Iv'e been sitting on it because I am trying to find the best way to claim anonymously

I don't know if there is a "lottery" attorney but estate planning attorneys who do asset protection would be my first choice. An LLC, if properly...

Mother in law had us do her taxes...Money was deposited in our account and we used it..Is there legal action for her to take?

Of course she could take legal action, You took what was entrusted to you without permission and you didn't pay her back.

It depends on the condo documents. Please consult a condominium attorney and ask him or her to review the documents.

Does someone have rights, as power of attorney, to take/sign over assets to themselves BEFORE someone passes away?

You can file for probate administration in the county where he lived when he passed away. Please consult an estate administration attorney. An...

I am having trouble getting SSI and medicaid because they say My Husband has a family trust that does not envolve me. What to do

please consult an elder law attorney. The assets in the trust - even though they are not yours - are calculated as community assets.

No one should live in the house until the estate is settled unless the person pays fair market value rent. If the executor is trying to sell the...

My niece did not know that my dad left her money in trust. Shouldn't she have received a copy of the will?

It appears that your niece is a minor. Therefore, her father or mother should have received copies of the will (or trust) and accountings. If they...

Not married and have a baby. I filed a will naming my mom as her legal guardian. Can he file & name someone else as guardian?

A mother and father (both are required) can sign a preneed designation of guardianship for a child per FS 744.3046. Although the court is not bound...

Want to protect my pension before I get married. In the state of Illinois, can I protect my pension in a living trust?

The best protection for your pension is a prenuptial agreement. There are certain retirment benefits that must go to a spouse - but a spouse can...

What is the difference between a conservator and a conservator for dementia patients?

conservators deal with finances. Generally, a conservator does not deal with medication issues and placement. An attorney-in-fact or guardian desls...