How long does a non custodian parent have to be out of contact before abandonment?

Your question would be better answered by an attorney who concentrates in Family law and Adoption. I have changed the practice area to Adoption,...

I am a widow and only have one child, do I need a will?

I agree with Mr. Ramsey, however, in the event of incapacity, it is always a good idea to have a durable Power of Attorney for Property and Power...

What can I do if the person who was the Power of Attorney for my Father wrote checks after my He died?

Based upon the limited information provided, it is difficult to answer this question. That being said, in most cases, once you have begun the...

In Illinois, the creator of a Trust can name whomever he/she wants as a beneficiary. There is no requirement that the spouse of the Trust creator...

My aunt has taken things out of my dads house. Can I do anything to make her return them?

I agree with Mr. Brabender, I have had this situation occur numerous times with estates I have handled. It often comes down to a question of...

IInheritence?

Please re-submit. You have not provided any details nor have you asked a question.

Can I as the executor of my fathers estate deed a property to my brothers that were left to them in my will in Waterbury , CT ?

If your father was an IL resident at the time of his death, it becomes quite complicated. You are required to open a Probate in IL, in the county...

If the earlier Will was admitted to Probate by the Court, that is the Will that controls. If the 2nd Will was never "finalized" (assuming that...

Does a trust and will that has been written and signed, be filed with a court if the person is still alive?

You have asked numerous questions. The answer to the first, is that a Will is not filed with the Court until after death. Regarding your son's...

How do I file Partition lawsuit when 2 siblings want to sell the property & the other 2 want to keep the inherited property?

A Partition action is not something you should attempt on your own. You should contact an experienced real estate attorney who handles Partition...