If I add my name on to a relative's bank account, would I be responsible for her after death debts?

The rights of joint owners on bank accounts are governed by Minnesota's MultiParty Accounts Act, which starts at...

What legal papers need to be filed

If it's correct that this is a guardianship situation, rather than a custody situation, a guardian cannot just withdraw via an informal note to...

How do I get Power of Attorney after my son unexpectedly passed away. He had never been married and had no children or assets.

My fellow attorneys have answered correctly regarding the use of a Power of Attorney after death. However, in MN we have something called...

A cash distribution from my mom's Trust was evidently made by Trustee in April. I have never received a check despite promises

It does sound like there's something wrong. You should probably get help from a trust administration attorney.

I am a 1/4 th heir to my uncles estate. Does taking it out of probate to sell it give any advantages?

Joe Henderson is right that sometimes buyers will hesitate to purchase from an estate. But that should be addressed by offering a favorable price...

In Minnesota you can sometimes get a special administrator who can accomplish specific things for an estate, but I do not believe you will get a...

How do I handle Written claims to the estate that are questionable?

The advice to demand further particulars by certified mail is good, but I'd start your letter with a statement that the claim is disallowed (in...

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I inherited a home with a sibling, who lives in the home. Since our moms death I have not received anything, what are my options

Without more facts, it sounds like a decree of descent proceeding may be an option for you. Ten years is too long ago to open a probate, but the...

My husband died three weeks ago, he has many credit card bills some iam an authorized user can creditors put a lien on his hous

I am sorry you're faced with such a difficult situation. There are many loose ends for you to tie up, and you may well have rights as the...

If your mother hired an attorney, perhaps she plans to serve as personal representative (PR). As surviving spouse, if there was no will, she would...