(755 ILCS 65/) Disposition of Remains Act establishes a hierarchy of rights to remains unless otherwise provided by the decedent. The current...

Where to hire lawyer in overseas lawsuit?

It does matter greatly. A US attorney is not admitted to the bar in the UK and may not be able to represent you without local counsel being...

Can I continue with my late father's bank account?

I am surprised that money is still being deposited into your deceased father's bank account 4 years after death. Please be careful as money...

My brother didn't have a will. Does my sister in law get everything? If she is proven to have been commiting adultery on him ?

Much depends on the type of assets, how they are titled and how they are held. You should speak with a probate lawyer as soon as possible. Many,...

From the limited information you have presented I would opine that you should not sign anything and hire a prpbate attorney quickly.

How can I pursue my mother for withdrawing savings and stocks after abandonment ?

You will pursue either a fraud case or breach of fiduciary duty if your mother took funds/Trust assets contrary to the terms of the Trust.

Do I have any rights to part of the estate when the man that raised me as his child dies without a will ?

The answer to your question shall be found after a complete review of the facts. How do you know he did not leave a valid Will? What are the...

Can I hire an attorney after I have already filed the Opening Brief wiht the Appellate Court?

Yes you can motion the court to allow the filing of your soon to be retained attorney's appearance.

My relative has just died in Chicago. I live in NYC and cannot travel. I need help re his will, insurance, funeral, house et?

I am sorry for your loss. You will need a representative here in Illinois whether you are named in a valid Will as executor or your relative died...

How does this work?

The issue is whether it was a gift or a loan and that will be determined by the intent of the parties supported by the facts, witnesses and...