I agree with Mr. Brennan's advice. Generally, a step-parent is considered to be in the same asset group as the wife and step-children, but that may...

How can i get my sister out of the house so it can be sold and stop her from spending all my parents money?

You can petition the Court and seek to be appointed Conservator over her assets. This will allow you to evict your sister, if necessary, and manage...

In California, how is a trustee's fee determined?

You would first look to the trust provisions regarding compensation of a Trustee. Generally, the fee must be reasonable. Typically, the trustee...

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How can I get legal guardianship for the daughter of my niece ? She has abandoned her with a couple that are not family.

I agree with Mr. Carrier's post regarding the consultation of a local attorney and petitioning to have you appointed as guardian. The law...

If a will was made 18 years ago and it never included the current spouse, what rights does the spouse of the decedent have?

I am licensed in Michigan, so the rules may be different in Virginia, but the law typically gives some preference to a surviving spouse excluded...

How To retrieve property belonging to an estate from family member

Dad could sign an affidavit indicating he did not give the personal property away. You could provide to this local police and ask them to pursue a...

I was Guardian of Health for 92 yr.uncle. In the hearing, Magistrate confirms I do NOT have to do finances. Ass.Liv. place says

In Michigan, these roles are usually separate (Guardian for healthcare, Conservator for finances). The Court and the law give preference to family...

I live in michian. how do i go about getting legal gaurdianship over my 25 year old son?

I agree with the other posters. In addition to comments made by Messr. Frederick regarding fees, you may be able to have your costs covered by the...

My mother died last week, my brother is in charge of everything she and my dad has.

The Estates and Protected Individuals Code governs the probate of Wills. 700.2516 Delivery of will or codicil by custodian. Sec. 2516. A...

Does Medicaid consider a house in which an applicant lives as an asset when trying to qualify for nursing home assistance?

The house is considered an exempt asset and will not count towards eligibility. In 2007 Michigan passed the Estate Recovery Act which allows the...