Questions answered by Mary Joki Ebb

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My mother passed 5 months ago and her share of a trust with 5 other siblings has still not been received yet. What can I do?

Mary's answer | Answered on May 12, 2014

I'm so sorry you have to face this while you are still in the grieving process. I agree with my colleagues that the advice of a probate and...

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When my father passed away he left a cabin to me and my sibling with a TODD. Can my sibling force me to sell it ?

Mary's answer | Answered on May 12, 2014

First of all, I'm sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is always a difficult time and sometimes brings to light differences of opinion among...

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What happens when a parents estate is split between 3 children, and one is not available? Do their children get anything?

Mary's answer | Answered on March 31, 2014

Additional information is necessary to answer this question. I encourage you to contact a probate attorney to help you sort through your options.

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If I've been paying property taxes for a property owned by mother for over two years, would I have a right to the property?

Mary's answer | Answered on March 20, 2014

The facts are a little unclear here. Is Mom still living? Does Mom receive benefits through Medical Assistance/Elderly Waiver? There might be a...

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Can my back child support be taken from inheritance in an estate account split between 5 ppl before funds are split? Or at all?

Mary's answer | Answered on March 17, 2014

You do not provide enough information. I recommend you meet with an attorney who has experience in probate law and family law to help you sort...

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How do I become Power of Attorney for someone that has died?

Mary's answer | Answered on March 17, 2014

As my colleagues have said, it is up to you to initiate contact with an attorney of your choice. Many attorneys offer a free initial consultation....

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Just got the hospital bill in the mail for $198,000.00! That's just the hospital bill. Am I responsible for this?

Mary's answer | Answered on March 14, 2014

This could be a very complex issue. An elder law attorney can help you sort through all the details and determine where you stand.

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WE just went thru the death of are father, We have a 65 year old brother that would never keep a job. He has no medical reason

Mary's answer | Answered on March 14, 2014

Were either of your parents recipients of medical assistance? If so, this will add much complexity to your situation. A good probate attorney can...

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My dad meet this girl a year a go when he had stage 4 colin cancer and he just past and she says she is the power of attorney

Mary's answer | Answered on March 14, 2014

If your dad didn't marry her and there is no will, your father's assets will likely go to his children. Depending on your dad's assets, you may...

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Life care planning v. medicaid planning question. My wife's father has some beginning stages of dementia.

Mary's answer | Answered on December 18, 2013

The answer really does depend on the details of the plan and the billing practices of the attorney. Some aspects of elder care planning (life care...

Mary Joki Ebb's Answers (68)

My mother passed 5 months ago and her share of a trust with 5 other siblings has still not been received yet. What can I do?

When my father passed away he left a cabin to me and my sibling with a TODD. Can my sibling force me to sell it ?

What happens when a parents estate is split between 3 children, and one is not available? Do their children get anything?

If I've been paying property taxes for a property owned by mother for over two years, would I have a right to the property?

Can my back child support be taken from inheritance in an estate account split between 5 ppl before funds are split? Or at all?

How do I become Power of Attorney for someone that has died?

Just got the hospital bill in the mail for $198,000.00! That's just the hospital bill. Am I responsible for this?

WE just went thru the death of are father, We have a 65 year old brother that would never keep a job. He has no medical reason

My dad meet this girl a year a go when he had stage 4 colin cancer and he just past and she says she is the power of attorney

Life care planning v. medicaid planning question. My wife's father has some beginning stages of dementia.