I changed your area to criminal law, although I am not sure that is correct. But, it is not elder law. Your story is quite confusing. If what...

In addition to the advise provided by Mr. Kellenberger, another option to the Able Account may be a first party special needs trust. This type of...

Real estate can be owned EITHER as tenants in common: each of you own a percentage, in this case the trust 50% and you 50% if it is meant that way...

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Generally, the state (not the nursing home) can take his assets, but many times they will defer that until the spouse has died. Life insurance...

Can I move in with my family?

Your issue is not elder law, so I changed it. It is either real estate or landlord tenant. All of the owners have legal right to occupy the real...

Representing yourself is NOT a good idea. There is too much at risk and the rules are complicated. If you cannot afford an attorney, contact Iowa...

How can I get rid of my guardian and get a family member to be my guardian

You will need an attorney who practices in the guardianship arena, if you do not already have one. You may have one and just not know it. Contact...

You have a landlord/tenant issue (aside from maybe a theft issue) even though there is no written lease. The rules for eviction are very...

"Pro se" means that he is representing himself and does not have an attorney. Your boyfriend is the "petitioner" his prospective wife is the...

How do I get out of a contract that has deeded me a portion of a resort?

These are nightmares! Contact the company to see if they will accept it back. If they will, then awesome! Most of these companies have very...