When I bought my home there was no HOA. A year later one popped up and claimed I owe them HOA fees. Do I legally have to pay?

Generally, homeowner associations are created by covenants recorded at the time the property is developed. Once filed with public records by the...

Do I need real estate attorney?

You will definitely need to consult an attorney in the state where you live to get a good handle on all of your options. The two simplest methods,...

How do I get a copy of my deceased mother's will, ? Does a trust take prejudice over a will ?

The answers to this question can be quite complicated. There are several factors are at issue, a couple of which are: (1) the law of the place...

Do I need a Probate attorney?

Yes, you need to take the will to a qualified probate attorney and begin the process of settling the estate. No question. The will and the estate...

If I check myself into a mental health facility, could I have my child taken away?

I'm sorry this question has gone unanswered for four days. Your son and your fiance need you. No matter what problems you are dealing with, you can...

30 Day Notice via text?

No. Iowa Code § 562A.29A requires that a written notice be given in a very particular way. Keep in mind, however, that this may forestall the...

My sister and brother in law have dementia and I need medical and legal authority to make decisions for them.

If your family members have capacity to sign powers of attorney, this would be most expedient. You may have trouble, however, establishing this at...

Do I need an attorney to remove a Trustee from a trust fund?

The short answer is "probably not," but it sounds like you have a sticky situation that might benefit from some professional assistance. The trust...

Is it Possible to Obtain Legal Status as a Legal Medical Guardian?

If your brother presently has the mental and legal capacity to sign a power of attorney, you may want to get the "life care planning packet" from...

My father has made himself trustee of my trust fund. He is mentally ill and spending It on himself. How do I stop him?

Generally, under the laws of most states, a trust beneficiary may ask the court to take jurisdiction over and supervision of a trust, even if it...

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