This means that the real estate in that deed is now in the name of the remainderman. The type of deed you're talking about is generally structured...

It very much depends on how you set up the trust. If you don't do it right, the trust beneficiaries will receive "carry over" basis, generally...

You need to consult the services of an attorney who practices in the area of "summary process" which is the procedure for eviction.

Can my mother transfers the majority of her investment assets (stocks, mutual funds) to me for Medicaid spend down purposes & pr

There are some instances where you can do this right away, but generally, you must wait 5 years after making a gift before applying for Medicaid...

Either of you may, it depends on the attorney and what you want. Some attorneys prefer to keep the original because they have a secure location to...

Do judges question the motivation of a trustee who is willing to get sued for failing to make a mandatory distribution?

This sounds like you are on the cusp of some serious litigation. You need to retain a lawyer, not just speak to one. If the trustee believes that...

You need to sit down with an estate planning attorney to discuss this. An A/B trust is a planning tool for dealing with the estate tax. If you and...

Does retained life estate preclude beneficiaries of irrevocable trust from calling for distribution?

If you hold a life estate, at common law the remaindermen can only sell their interest (future ownership after your death), which does not usually...

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Which legal markets have the most trust and estate jobs for newly minted lawyers?

If you're looking to focus on the estate tax, you'll need to set your sights on places with large concentrations of wealth (i.e. big cities like...

How is the estate legally divided?

The answer to this question will depend on the intestacy laws of your state. Each state will have provisions to determine how an estate is to be...