A rose by any other name is still a rose. Hire a competent estate planning attorney and ask them their experience in the area you are most...

RECENTLY MY SONS FATHER PAST AWAY, VERBALLY HE LEFT THE HOUSE TO MY SON.

His verbal promise is not worth the paper it is written on. Any bequest of real property must be written in a will or trust. You need to consult...

You should retain NJ counsel to get a local perspective on this. However, in general if the expenses are ordinary and necessary, they should be...

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My father passed away in 2006. I've since recieved stock dividend checks made out to his estate with my address.

The short answer is probably not. You are not entitled to the proceeds unless you can show you were the only heir. Was there a will? You mention...

County planner will not approve my application because home occupation doesnt not allow foot traffic

You may want to consider retaining a zoning attorney in your area to either appeal the decision or to see what other options may exist for you. ...

A relative has money that is mine. I can't get in touch with him. I know he chooses not to give me said money. Do I have a case?

You need to hire a debt collection attorney to help you determine your rights. The facts are a little confusing and ultimately the attorney will...

How to terminate parental rights of a neglectful father?

You need to discuss this with your family law attorney. Do not try and represent yourself. Use the avvo search feature and get someone...

Should I sign a personal financial statement & spousal estoppel as part of a SBA loan? Who does an estoppel protect?

You should absolutely hire your own estate planning attorney to review these documents for you to assure that your rights are protected. I would...

Filing divorce for an person who is incarcerated with a Durable POA

I would meet with a divorce attorney in the area and discuss the POA with them. You may be able to sign documents on his behalf but an attorney...

Can Medicad take the proceeds of a sale if two people are on the title?

You need to retain a local estate planning attorney to help you with this. Medicaid has one job and that is to recover as much as they can from...