We live in NY I printed off free separation agreement with the date of Jan 23 we went to pa signed them at a notary

As a former judge, I can tell you that lying to the court is always the worst possible thing to do. All you have is your word and your reputation...

There are numerous ways to do this. You really need (MUST) sit down with an estate planning attorney in your area to discuss different options -...

Who runs the settlement conference?

Don't worry. The neutral will run everything. Expect all of the parties to meet together initially for the neutral to lay out the ground rules and...

Will I be in trouble after my Mom passing away?

We are missing some valuable information in order to advise you. We have no idea what the deed and the will say. You have spoken with an attorney....

In need of mutual NDA/confidentiality agreement for website.`

You really don't want a generic confidentiality agreement. I did a lot of business law in Denver and the charge for preparing such an agreement was...

I agree with my fellow colleagues. As a probate judge, I oftentimes found people who relied on such forms were given a disservice. Estate planning...

I had mediation on July 26 where I agreed to settle.how long till I get my check after the department of labor approves it?

You need to contact your attorney. It would actually be improper for us to provide you with legal advice when you are currently already represented.

My grandmother and her siblings are dead. They had land that is about to be sold. My mother also died. What am I entitled too?

I agree with my esteemed counsel that you need to contact an elder law/estate planning attorney. We have no idea how the property was titled and...

Is our notarized marital agreement still valid even if my husband crossed out his signature after completing it?

Interesting question and not an easy answer. The marital agreement is a contract. However, the agreement is not a court order until the court signs...

Do I need an estate attorney or a financial advisor (or someone else)?

I agree with my colleagues that you are best served by contacting an estate planning attorney.