Probate court turned us away because the witness sheet which was presented at court. Do we have to pay probate fees again?

I would recommend that you go to the clerk's office and see if they can help. Maybe you can just schedule another time to appear before the judge...

My brother arrainged a meeting with my mom's attorney to "change things" without my knowledge, is this proper or legal?

Look at the Power of Attorney for Property that you are named in and see when it becomes effective. If there is no effective date or future event...

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Review your contract with them and identify exactly what they said they would do in return for your 3500. Also review their advertising claims. ...

My uncle has a will.my sister says I am not includwd. She is executor and wont let me know where he is. Is this illegal or fraud

Your question is a little confusing, as you don't say whether your uncles is alive or passed away. If he is alive, she is not the executor of...

How do I learn if my father had a will?

I agree with Attorney Gottlieb, and would add that if he did not leave a will, you would be entitled to a fraction of your father's probate estate....

Will a person on disability lose their monthly checks if they inherit some money from a relative?

It is entirely possible that someone receiving government benefits could lose their benefits temporarily and have to reapply if they inherit money....

If my dad is married, can I still be sole beneficiary?

I agree with the other attorneys' answers. I would add, however, that in Illinois a spouse is entitled automatically to a minimum of $20,000 from...

My mother passed away and had a Will leaving everything to me. The house she and my late stepfather owned is in joint trust.

As a suggestion, if you have not already done so, you might try contacting the attorney who prepared the trust (as attorneys will often keep copies...

Can a lawyer help me?

I agree with the other attorneys. Good luck.

I was hurt but not at work my work called my doctor and they talked with out my permission

Your employer and your doctor's office can talk to each other as long as your doctor does not disclose your health information to your employer...