Sorry to hear about what happened. Short answer is that is could be considered a Will which would be to your benefit. Long answer is that it will...

What are our rights?

As the court appointed full guardian, you fill the legal role of making decisions for the child (where he lives, goes to school, goes to the...

What options are there when 1 heir is living in a home owned by an estate where the home needs to be sold to settle the estate?

There are options, some "nicer" than others when it comes to resolving this issue or forcing a sale of the home. In similar cases, the path the...

My husband was just diagnosed with early Alzheimer.

I am an elder law attorney with offices in Louisville and Lexington. I agree with the other responses you have received. A general durable power...

Can a person whose spouse is on Medicaid transfer their home to a trust when they die without impacting the spouse's benefits?

State law may prevent you from "disinheriting" your wife. Some states are moving in this direction as a way to cut costs, so you should talk to...