Questions answered by Kimberly Joy Myers

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Why would a lawsuit proceed have to go through probate and possibly an OBRA Trust when the parties are alive?

Kimberly's answer | Answered on December 29, 2015

Does your daughter have a court-appointed guardian? Does she receive government benefits? There are a number of reasons why the Probate court may...

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How do I obtain a letter of administration or treatmentary? Is there anything else that can substitute for these forms?

Kimberly's answer | Answered on December 29, 2015

As the prior responders stated, the documents requested are legal documents from the Probate court in the county where the deceased person resided....

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What should my next step be? Should I contact the bank that holds the title to my mother's house? Is my acceptance valid?

Kimberly's answer | Answered on December 21, 2015

I agree with Mr. Drendel. The Illinois Transfer on Death Instrument is a relatively new tool in estate planning here and whether the TODI in your...

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My mother died last year and my siblings sold her property and her estate without my knowledge. Now my father is in the hospita

Kimberly's answer | Answered on December 21, 2015

It is unclear where your parents reside. Your local bar association should be able to direct you to any agencies in your area which provide low-...

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Can I ask them first to sign a letter and detailed spreadsheet of activity to be sure they agree with what I have done so far?

Kimberly's answer | Answered on December 20, 2015

I agree with the prior answers. You do not indicate that the estate's administration is subject to court supervision or oversight and you would be...

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