Do I need an attorney to help me file for VA spouse benefits for my mother?

It is unclear from your question whether your father was receiving VA benefits based upon some type of service connected disability or whether you...

Do I get Lasting or Durable Power of Attorney and would this make me responsible for any unpaid debt upon her death?

The prior attorney offers good advice. By serving as agent for your mother under a power of attorney you will not become personally liable for her...

Trust

The trustee will be the person that signs for the trust. You may need some type of "certification" or affidavit that the person signing has...

My dad had just recently passed, from my understanding one of my uncles is the executive of a will.

I agree with the prior attorney that you should consult with your own attorney that can assist you in protecting your rights. In general when a...

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I do not know what happened to my trust money?

The trustees are required to take certain steps to keep the beneficiaries informed. This includes providing the beneficiaries a detailed inventory...

First, was a probate opened and has an executor of his estate been appointed? If so, the exector would be entitled to contact the local banks and...

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If the Trustee of a trust dies, does the position of Trustee pass to the remaining heir?

I agree with the prior answer that without seeing the trust this is difficult to answer. Generally a successor trustee is named. If none is named...

Can my husband, (step-father to my son) get custody if i were to die?

I concur with the other comments. At least in my state the natural parent will be the one to receive custody unless there could be a showing to...

If my house is in my husbands name and he is paying the bills, can he kick me out?

I also recommend consulting with a Hammond area attorney. It seems from a practical standpoint if you leave the house and he changes the locks you...

Can trustee wait to sell house in the trust?

Yes. However, make sure all necessary trust administration steps are taken. Many people mistakenly think when all assets are in trust nothing...