Do I need an attorney to sell a house that was left to me and my siblings?

It depends on how she left it to you. Did she deed it to you? Are your names on the deed? Is it left to you in a Will or a Trust? If it is left...

I believe what you may be asking is if the surviving spouse (step-parent) can change the distribution of assets after your parent dies. Of course...

If you believe you have evidence of a crime, it should be reported to the police. As you suggest in your question, it may be quite difficult to...

In Louisiana, can someone on medicaid exchange/pay a relative for their care after receiving an inheritance and keep medicaid?

There may be a few options for planning that are still available. You should consult an Elder Law Attorney in your area. Others in your...

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An 88 year old with Alzheimer's Disease has significant and unique legal issues that should be addressed sooner rather than later. To get to your...

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My dad is incapacitated. Need to help mom with the finances. Brother and I have power of attorney. Where do we start ?

You asked where do you start. There is a legal specialty focused on helping families in your situation. Attorneys that focus their practice...

How long will I be responsible?

I am unsure what you are asking. Is this a criminal law matter? In what way have you been asked to "sponser" her?

Federal estate tax filing?

You answered your own question. If they are required to file and they do not, it is illegal. Are you certain that they are required to file? ...

Sister changed will! Can a debt to my mother which as discharged at bankruptcy be taken out of my share of my mothers estate?

To add to what the other attorneys have said, counting an unpaid loan as an advancement against the inheritance is very common. The primary...

Trust and Will

As indicated, a formal Will must have two witnesses. In Michigan Law, you can have a self-proving attestation - this requires two witnesses and a...