Can a person sign any legal papers after being diagnosed with dementia?

It seems odd, but there have been cases where despite a diagnosis of dementia, and despite forgetfulness and confusion, a person appeared to...

Deceased father is being sued for a motor vehicle accident. He has no estate because mother is co-owner. But she is now deceased

Since the personal injury case is now in court it should be filed against your father's estate. If a probate estate was not opened, the...

Probate/estate planning question

Attorney Reed is spot on. There are several types of property that pass outside of probate in Oklahoma and many other states. Those include life...

Some stock funds have provisions for a named beneficiary and depending upon the status of the beneficiary, may pass outside of probate. However,...

Can poa change life Insurance benificary

It is possible. Particularly if the POA was a valid broad-based financial version and there was nothing in the POA preventing such a change. Your...

Death of father without will in Tennessee

Since your father died without a will, or intestate, there are several issues to consider. T.C.A. section 31-2-104 provides the information to...

Am I a Responsible Party since the POA dies with the Deceased?

You are correct that the Power of Attorney ceases to be effective (dies) with the deceased. A financial POA allows the attorney-in-fact (or...

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How do I get money my father left me in his will? It has already been to probate and closed.

Contact the Probate Court Clerk in the county where the estate was probated. Ask about obtaining copies of the final closing order and a final...

Our mother left a will that states all divided in thirds. Our younger sister is her PR. She has done little to nothing to sell

You have asked many questions and this forum is better suited for general information. You should contact a probate attorney who practices in the...

If my husband had no assets in his name alone do i still need to probate the will?

Based upon the information you have provided, probate is probably not necessary. However, I agree with my colleague that you should at least speak...