What would be a reasonable cost range to have an attorney settle a simple estate (all stocks) that is held in trust?

Costs vary from attorney to attorney and depend on the specific nature of each case and the experience level of the attorney. Cheaper isn't...

How do I help paralyzed senior in another state, that children or mistreating, they have power of attorney

If you believe an elderly person is being mistreated, taken advantage of, or abused, you can contact the agency that handles elder abuse in the...

I have been told by Legal Zoom that my Family ( revocable) trust requires both 2 witnesses and notarization...is this correct.

Notarization isn't required for a trust to be valid. However, it's a good idea to have the document notarized. If necessary in the future, the...

My father passed away and his girlfriend has his will. The girlfriend told my son, my father's grandson, that he was to

By law, the will must be filed within 30 days after someone passes with the court for the county where the decedent resided. You can contact the...

What type of lawyer do I need to verify my mothers Will was executed legally ?

An estate planning attorney can tell you whether it was executed properly. An estate litigation attorney may help you recover the share of your...

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If a husband takes out a life insurance policy on his wife, and he is the sole beneficiary, must she sign the policy?

A beneficiary of a life insurance policy who is not the owner of the policy is usually not required to sign. The owner and the insured are...

A wholesale supplier discharges a firearm that belongs to me at a trade show and ruins my wife's bus. Can a lawyer help me?

You should consult a local attorney to help you. You can find one through the "Find A Lawyer" link on Avvo. You can also contact your local bar...

What permits do I need to operate a private smoking lounge?

You should contact your local county about what permits are required. If you are looking for a business attorney you can find one through the...

If your father willingly destroyed his will, then the property that he did not transfer (aside from beneficiary-designated assets) into a trust is...

Is it true that if you are named as an heir to an estate you cannot be hired and paid for repairs made to the estate property?

An heir can be reimbursed for making repairs to estate property. However, if you believe the reimbursements are improper or excessive, you can...