What can I do to save my house from Medicaid recovery when my husband passes from dementia?

The home is an exempt asset, for purposes of Medicaid qualification. The State can currently only pursue Medicaid recovery against a probate...

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I say nope. If they are not licensed, then they are not married. Michigan law does not recognize common law marriage. There are other states that...

Divorced brother passed away?

I am not sure I agree that this would be larceny. Conversion, perhaps. In any event, there would be civil and potentially criminal sanctions...

What can be done with a 60 yr old woman who is in an assisted living home which is owned by her guardian and I feel she is not b

Once guardianship has been established by the court, only the judge can change things. It is possible for an interested party to request a change,...

How do you change the person you appointed in your trust to administer the trust funds to minor children prior to your death?

I agree with Mr. Cottrell. This is not a difficult or expensive service to have done. But given the change, here, it may require you to alter other...

Is a legal partnership after 7 years legal in the courts eyes for partner to take ownership of home?

If you actually FORM a partnership and transfer title to the home into the partnership, then the answer would be yes. Otherwise, you need to get...

It sounds to me like the insurance company is trying to make sure that they do not need to pay out twice on this. I am not sure what you mean when...

How do I remove an individual who refuses to leave our home?

While there is no requirement that you use an attorney to handle this, there are two good reasons for you to do so. First, eviction proceedings are...

How can I get this tenant out of my rental home? in Michigan

If you provided timely notice, then she needs to move by April 16, or you can have her evicted. Practically speaking, though, by the time you go...

I want to do a quit claim deed on property in Michigan; I live in Chicago; how much would it cost for an atty to do this for me?

I agree with my colleagues. We typically charge $250 for deeds, plus recording fees. Mr. Powe asks some very good questions, however. Why this is...