Is my great-grandmothers will still valid and should I pursue it?

This sounds like a complicated problem that may require the assistance of a qualified probate attorney who can help uncover the facts and explain...

What are the legal aspects of starting a business similar to an already existing business providing the same service ?

Why would you not be able to start a similar business? Ford has General Motors. Bank of America has Citibank. Yahoo has Google and Microsoft....

The landlord has an obligation to provide a clean and safe dwelling (Iowa Code § 562A.15). The tenant is required to give notice of the landlord's...

How do I start a trust.

A trust declaration is an estate planning document that you can obtain from a qualified estate planning attorney, usually with a properly...

Can a will be overturned if the maker of the will is later found to not be competent?

The laws and court decisions on testamentary capacity will vary from state to state. The fact that one loses capacity a couple of years later may...

Do I have to continue to supply a home with free water from a well on my property?

You need to consult with an attorney skilled in real estate law where you live. You need to determine the history of this well. It is possible that...

Can j remove my adult down syndrome daughter from a facility in Il her father put her in and bring her to CA?

While you no doubt love your daughter and feel very strongly about the situation, you should go about bringing your daughter home to you in a legal...

How do I get a temporary guardianship revoked?

The direct answer to your question is that, in Iowa, you simply file an application with the court asking that the guardianship be terminated. To...

I have a 7 year lien on a property and the mortgage holder will be HUD. Can I charge interest on this lien? I have been told no.

While your state may have some specific rules, generally transactions in real estate are often viewed by the courts as a form of contract. General...

What type of Lawyer do I need

If you are asserting that you have been swindled or defrauded, you may be looking for a general litigation attorney. Seems to me another...