My father passed away with four credit cards in his name only. Does my mother have to pay these back?

Your mother is not responsible for these debts. She should inform the creditors that there is no estate and that she is not in a position to be...

My sister passed away in pennsylvania--she had no will-what do i need to do to close her estate

If the total assets are less than $25,000, then you may be able to take advantage of the small estate procedures in Pennsylvania. More information...

Creditors can generally make claims against the estate for all debts. Whether or not a secured creditor would pursue an estate for any deficiency...

My nephew was killed a few months back and we are all at a loss. Does my sister need to set up an estate?

There is a decent explanation of probate procedures on this site: http://www.lawlib.state.ma.us/subject/about/wills.html You might try a google...

Can you tell me how to find out where the information from a deceased lawyer was transfered to? David R McEvers

If you know the lawyer's name and address, you might be able to find out whether another lawyer or firm took over the clients and files of the...

I am 19 yrs old and my wife is 18. Can we get custody of her 14 yr old sister currently in Oklahoma foster care?

Guardianship is obtained through a probate court proceeding. You would initiate this by filing a petition with the court, in the county of...

Can I get guardianship/custody of my 3yr old cousin if I have been taking care of her since she was 2 moths?

You are in a difficult spot because Michigan courts favor having children placed with their biological parents, unless doing so is a danger to the...

Can my mom sue me for land she signed over to me

I am not sure what you mean by "have it tied up with my mortgage co." If you transfered the property into your name and then took out a mortgage on...

If you have the POA and it has become active, (either by its terms or by her becoming incapacitated), then you can continue to act until you...

As the acting individual with Durable Power of Attorney am I financial responsibile for others debt?

You do not have any personal liability for the debts of your father, by reason of the Power of Attorney or otherwise. The nursing home *may*...