The contract with carpenter's union (their pension provider) supercedes any provisions in your father-in-law's will (assuming that he had a will). ...

All states have different laws, so you should consult with a probate attorney in your locality for pointed legal advise once consulting with him or...

Trust Beneficiary Rights

What exactly did she do to damage the property, and did her actions (or inaction) actually cause a diminution in value of the...

Probating a $4500 stock account, when ALL other assets have passed outside probate?

To administer the estate as an estate relieved from administration, the probate assets passing to non-spouse beneficiaries must be less than $35K...

How can you change name of Power of Attorney when someone gets dementia

Unfortunately there is no blanket answer for this question. As there are varying degrees of dementia, the diagnosis in and of itself doesn't...

Can poa sign and transfer property

Do you know if the POA was first recorded with the county recorder's office prior to the transfer? If not, the deed signed by the POA is void and...

I am a Special Needs Trust benificiary on SSI, needing an attorney. How can I hire one with no money to do so?

Do you have a copy of the Trust? Most SNT's have a specific provision in them that allow for the payment of professional fees (i.e. an attorney,...

How can I help my stubborn schizophrenic mom, who is trying to evict her dangerous brother?

Does your mother have the capacity to sign a document (power of attorney) designating you as her agent? While she is schizophrenic this doesn't...

Is it necessary for a will, especially where the estate is very small, to filed with probate?

Generally, your will does not have to be filed with probate court during your lifetime. Most wills are filed with probate by the testator's heirs...

How can my ex-husband still be living with his intrusive girlfriend if he is turned over to guardianship by the state?

The court is bound to impose the "least restrictive means" possible. Thus, the judge or magistrate must adopt a plan of action that affords your...