How long does it usually take to settle with the Beneficiaries of someone with a Living Trust after they pass away?

The length of time can vary widely. There are many factors. It's really hard to give a general answer on that. What I would say is that you...

Do I own any portion of this home? Aunts and Uncles are trying to take it all.

If your grandmother died with property in her sole name and had no Will, then her estate would pass to her surviving heirs. In this case, that...

How does Illinois Probate law (or Cook County Probate Court) define a "poorly written" Will ?

That is many questions wrapped in one. First, the court will not invalidate a Will because it is poorly written. The court will only invalidate...

The trustee of the trust needs legal counsel to advise on questions like this. Typically, the trustee should freely provide copies of trust...

Can some one sure me after he give me full power of attorney over his bank account?

Yes. Power of Attorney does not mean power to do whatever you want. An agent under a POA is a fiduciary who has a duty to a) follow the explicit...

Can a trustee be charged with fraud in an ongoing civil case?

If a trustee or executor has committed fraud, then the courts is where you want it to be, that's where you'll get financial relief. The police are...

What if a person dies without a will?

My condolences on your loss. Property in your relative's sole name will pass, to the decedent's heirs, through probate. Heirs are spouse and/or...

My daughter's father died in February. He owned a Disney timeshare. My daughter is the only heir and has contacted lawyers who

Unless Disney opened a park in Illinois (if so, please don't tell my family), then this is a Florida (or California) probate law question. ...

The bank might have made a mistake. OR...it might not have. It's not clear from your facts. Your father predeceased your aunt so he's out as a...

Lawyersaid I was the beneficiiary of a will 2 years laterthe lawyer changedmind paid bills out money what do I do?

I agree with Judy. This is very confusing. If there is an issue with the wording of the Will you need to hire an attorney to review the Will and...