This is a fact question that would depend on the time he signed his will. If he knew the natural objects of his bounty (his wife, children or...

You will have to file an estate for your mother to get the money from the account. If it is just you and your sister, the two of you will split...

Can I write my last will and testament

Sorry about your illness but am glad you are facing it and handling your affairs. Because of your situation, you should have an attorney draft...

Who is responsible for making sure all legal matters are handled after a parent passes and did not leave a will?

No one is legally required to make sure that your father's affairs are wrapped up. However, either the spouse or one of the children who live in...

Can conservatorship be granted when the persons are NOT incapacitated?

To file a Conservatorship, you will have to have a Medical Doctor declare that they are unable to manage their personal and financial affairs. ...

Does power of attorney give the right to change the principal's will?

No you cannot change a person's will with a PoA.

How do I become a legal representative for my mother's estate?

You will have to file to be the Administrator of the Estate since there is no will. If you are a resident of Alabama you can serve, but if you are...

My Dad has 4 kids he may have left everything to my 1 brother what can i do ?

Of your father is still living, the will will not be in file is probate court. A will cannot be filed until 5 days after the death after the death...

I am executor of my deceased father's Florida will.I want to transfer the executorship to my brother. How to do this?

You will have to get an attorney in FL to file a Motion with the Probate Court to have him appointed. If he is not named as Alternate in the Will,...

My father died without a will. He had just cashed out a life insurance policy but died before he received the check.

If she and your father had a joint account, she can probably deposit it into that account. If she didn't or the bank won't, she can get an Order...