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I filed a petition to modify a guardianship as the son of a legally incapcitated individual after three years, can I win?
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Answered on October 18, 2012
Yes, you could win, but it's impossible for an attorney to predict how things will go in court. It sounds like you have some good facts on your...
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If an adult has a guardian, but the guardian does not file the necessary annual paperwork, does the guardianship still stand?
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Answered on October 17, 2012
It depends on what action the court has taken in response to the lack of reports by the guardian. You should consult with a probate attorney if...
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If a person dies intestate, with no surviving spouse but does have a civil partner, what are the surviving children's rights?
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Answered on October 17, 2012
I am not sure what you mean by "civil partner," but in Michigan, an unmarried person's children are the legal heirs, in addition to other possible...
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What is the chain of command after the trustee passes away
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Answered on October 17, 2012
It depends on the language of the trust. It should be pretty clear in the trust itself as to who succeeds the grantor, whether that's a single...
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Legal fees through decedents estate
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Answered on October 15, 2012
You definitely at least need to consult with a probate attorney. As the Personal Representative, your attorney's fees are paid out of the estate,...
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I want to join the air force and i want full custody of my 6 month old baby, and i also want temporary custody to go to my uncle
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Answered on October 15, 2012
It is difficult to prevent a biological parent from having custody of their child, unless the parent is harmful to the child. You should consult...
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Whats the pay for a trustee, trust states reasonable compensation. There are 8 siblings 3 houses, one already sold, in Michig
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Answered on October 15, 2012
I strongly recommend you work closely with an attorney so that you do not make any mistakes that could cost you greatly. You should be able to...
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What is a reasonable fee for a trustee to ask for
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Answered on October 15, 2012
Trustee fees can range quite a bit, depending on numerous factors. If you are concerned about the billing from the estate assets, you can hire...
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If estate only consists of stock of less than $5000, car, small life insurance policy, is probate necessary?
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Answered on October 15, 2012
From your description, most likely not. Joint assets generally automatically belong to the joint owner and life insurance policies get distributed...
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Do intangible assets, described in the details section below, held jointly/with beneficiaries require distribution per will?
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Answered on October 11, 2012
The short answer is that GENERALLY accounts/policies with beneficiary designations get distributed according to those designations, regardless of...
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