Questions answered by Richard Meyer Chamberlain

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My Grandma passed away April 2014 and I have a trust from her along with my siblings and I haven't heard anything.

Richard's answer | Answered on May 08, 2015

Mr. Huddleston has given some good advice. You have rights as a beneficiary to receive information, and if you have requested that information and...

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I am in a situation where I need to add my partner to title or give the house upon my death. I am not sure which to do?

Richard's answer | Answered on May 08, 2015

You would definitely not want to add her to title now, as that would subject your home to her creditors or potential creditors. However, you could...

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I am looking for a lawyer in the Sylvania Ohio Area to assist with a irrevocable trust. Suggestions?

Richard's answer | Answered on March 20, 2015

I would be happy to answer any questions you have. I am in Perrysburg.

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Is personal rental property protected from creditors of a judgment against a house in a Trust?

Richard's answer | Answered on March 11, 2015

I'm sorry, but the question is a bit confusing. If I am reading it correctly, you have 2 houses, one of which was in trust and the other that was...

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Why dont all the debts get paid a portion during each disbursements?

Richard's answer | Answered on February 24, 2015

Payment of debts from a trust is very fact-specific. The trustee has broad discretion when to pay bills, and will often look at the assets...

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What can I do to stop my trustee sister from taking advantage of myself and my other siblings?

Richard's answer | Answered on January 22, 2015

You should consult right away with an attorney experienced in trust administration. The duties of a trustee are very specifically set out in the...

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Probate after sale of house

Richard's answer | Answered on January 20, 2015

As Mr. Huddleston said, the way the house was owned by your father will determine how it is transferred to his heirs or beneficiaries. If it was...

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Should I trust my landlord to mail a return, signed early termination document after I drop a $300 fee at her house?

Richard's answer | Answered on December 30, 2014

if you do not believe that the Landlord will keep her word (which I assume is from a conversation you had over the phone), then you could try to...

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What is the best course for pursuing a case against the persons and agencies responsible for maltreatment of my elderly mother?

Richard's answer | Answered on December 30, 2014

If you suspect that your Mom is being abused or taken advantage of, then you should immediately contact the Adult Protective Services office in...

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Can someone else step in and do the duties of the executor of an estate when the original parties have not done it?

Richard's answer | Answered on December 30, 2014

If the person named as Executor of the Will has not started a Probate proceeding, then any interested person can apply to be the Administrator of...

Richard Meyer Chamberlain's Answers (58)

My Grandma passed away April 2014 and I have a trust from her along with my siblings and I haven't heard anything.

I am in a situation where I need to add my partner to title or give the house upon my death. I am not sure which to do?

I am looking for a lawyer in the Sylvania Ohio Area to assist with a irrevocable trust. Suggestions?

Is personal rental property protected from creditors of a judgment against a house in a Trust?

Why dont all the debts get paid a portion during each disbursements?

What can I do to stop my trustee sister from taking advantage of myself and my other siblings?

Probate after sale of house

Should I trust my landlord to mail a return, signed early termination document after I drop a $300 fee at her house?

What is the best course for pursuing a case against the persons and agencies responsible for maltreatment of my elderly mother?

Can someone else step in and do the duties of the executor of an estate when the original parties have not done it?