What are my best options for a will and power of attorney after a divorce?

You need to consult with an attorney focused in estate planning. My legal opinion is that you definitely need to consider the implementation of a...

Will my brother-in-law lose his life estate if he moves out of the house his mother left to him.He wants to rent it out.

You need to consult with an attorney focused in probate matters. The language giving the brother-in-law the life estate is a big deal; but usually...

Small estate?

You need to consult an attorney focused in probate. The will is most likely not valid because of the “interlineation” of the document most likely...

If the spouse and adult stepdaughter of the deceased agree on who gets real estate and a car, how should we proceed?

You are strongly urged to consult with an attorney focused in probate before you make any further agreements. That attorney needs to sort...

Two different lawyers have two different interpretations. Now what?

This provision contains language common to the ABA-ALI trust forms. The key provision is: “The property being administered by the substitute...

Do I put dec'd husband's name in grantor's space & leave unsigned: any other forms?

You need to consult with an attorney focused in probate matters. If the real property that you wish to quit claim deed away was deeded by the...

If assets my mom gave away as gifts are returned in full prior to applying for Medicaid, will Medicaid still invoke a penalty?

You need to consult an attorney with a focus in Medicaid eligibility for the elderly. First of all, considering all of the your mother’s...

Whose name should my mother add to her new car title?

Your mother should title her automobile in the name of her living trust if she has already gone through the expense of setting up such a trust. ...

You need to consult a financial advisor on how to best manage your social security award to provide for you family needs. The nature of your debts...

Small Estate Affidavit

You need to consult an attorney focused in probate matters to complete the small estate affidavit. It is unclear whether dad passed with a will or...