Will I be contacted by the financial institution if I am a beneficiary?

I am sorry for your loss. You will not necessarily be contacted; however, if you know the institution where your boyfriend held an account you may...

If you are under a conservatorship can I also sign a will stating I'm of sound mind. Is the will valid?

I am sorry for your loss. In Illinois, if a person is under a conservatorship they have been ajudged by a court to be disabled and a guardian has...

You do not state your daughter's functional level. I will assume that there is no power of attorney. If she is unable to make her own decisions...

My mom passed away and she had my grandpa's ashes that I paid for...my dad took them and won't give them back...parents divorced

I have moved your question to the Probate category. I am sorry for your loss. A power of attorney terminates when the principal (your mother)...

I have changed the practice area for this question from Elder Law to Marriage & Prenuptials. I hope you find the answer that will help you and...

You do not mention that your father has prepared a will; therefore, I will respond as if he has not. To answer your questions: 1) Do you, his...

How can I get the my deceased mother's bank account statements?

I am sorry for your loss. If you are the court-appointed representative for your mother's estate or you otherwise obtain a court order, you are...

I am sorry for your loss. No, a new EIN is not needed when the trustee of a trust is replaced. The EIN is associated with the Trust itself, not...

How can a parent legally have an BP adult 48y/o isn't financially stable have a guardian/control over funds of adult child? ?

If I understand correctly, you wish to know how to be appointed guardian of the estate of a disabled adult. The adult in question would need to be...

I am very sorry for your loss. If your son was a legal resident of Illinois then Illinois law should govern his estate. In Illinois, when a...