Question about Bequests and Distribution of Estate

Should you be unable to find the person to whom the specific bequest was made, the attorney may allow you to put this money in escrow for his or...

You have not indicated in the executors and heirs are in agreement on settlement. If this is the case, you should hire a local lawyer who...

Your focus should be less on the trustee and more on protecting the assets. You have not described the assets in question. If they are held by a...

Cashing an insurance p0licy if the benefishers are deceased

If the policy beneficiarys predeceased your uncle, then we look to the policy to determine who is next in line. If no contingent beneficiary is...

The best way to appoint a guardian for my children in the case of mine and my husbands death/incapacity?

You really have two separate issues: the guardianship of your children, and the handling of money after death. Your best best is to meet with a...

I am receiving an inheritance but I'm on Medicare & disability. I need an attorneys advice as to what to do with the money.

The previous attorney is spot on. Prior to receiving the money, the Executor should motion that the court establish an OBRA 1993 trust for your...

Father passed I have filed his will

Your sister's listing as Executor under the will is a nomination by your father. The will typically reads that if this person is unwilling or...

Legal guardianship

Guardianship of a child in Illinois is a matter of judicial pleasure. If a child is endangered or otherwise in need, a judge can determine...

Estate in Illinois

It sounds as if this matter should be decided by the probate court. You have indicated that both of your parents are deceased and that your father...

I would like to add to the previous answer (which I found well-written). The previous attorney indicated that there were two options: letters of...