Can a power of attorney make all the decisions including what the person is willing to family members?

No, a power of attorney does not have the authority or power to write a new will for the principal. If your grandfather does not have a will...

How much to file for Probate, and if I decide to contest a will??

You need to find an experienced probate attorney that works exclusively in this area. These cases are complicated and there are many deadlines and...

My father died in April 2014, am his only child and there's no spouse and no will I need to become his administrator of his

Typically the costs of administration (including attorney fees) are appropriately assessed against the assets of the estate. If there is an estate...

How do I can guardianship over my daughter's money my mom left for her?

You will need to establish a guardianship through the assistance of a probate attorney. They will assist you with the filing of the appropriate...

Is a trust private?

You must check the language of the trust and the language of your state's trust code to determine whether you have the right to withhold this...

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I was told I can file a quit claim deed on my house and sign it to my children before I die. I have no long term care plan.

The current federal estate tax exclusion is $5,200,000+ for each person. I would talk with an experienced estate tax planner about whether gifting...

Ga Probate - I Responded to the only claims submitted to the estate. Both were invalid. Process was completed in timely manner

Have you filed formal exceptions to the claims with the court? If not then that is what you probably should do. There are firm deadlines for...

I think that you need to have an understanding of what the purpose of this monthly check is for. I know that in our jurisdiction it is not...

You would only be entitled to notice of the hearing if you were considered a "qualified beneficiary" under the terms of your state's trust code. ...

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I am trying to buy the two remaining family cemetery plots from my sister and brother. We each own 1/3rd of the estate.

Your math is a bit off. It should be $533 instead of $553. You are correct, that is the 1/3 "value" of those plots. However, there is nothing to...