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My other brother is the power of attorney. The other 2 was given quite a bit of money but only one signed a promissary note. The

Paul's answer | Answered on February 22, 2014

Since you are in Illinois (and I assume that your mother is too) you can call the Department of Aging to report the alleged elder abuse. See...

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How can you get a relative that's financially abusing their mother,88 and not all there, to stop being able to take her money?

Paul's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

I suggest contacting the Dept. On Aging or the local public guardian to discuss the situation. Best wishes.

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What would I need to contest my father's will?

Paul's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

Both attorneys have you very sound answers. You have to have proof to set aside a Will. I suppose the first question that I would ask you is...

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My sister recently passed away and let myself and other brother's and sisters as beneficiary on a couple of accounts

Paul's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

My answer is "maybe." Generally a beneficiary would not be responsible for debts; however, that might depend on the paperwork that was filled out...

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Deed on house is in my husband name. House is in both name. If deseased will I be able to keep house

Paul's answer | Answered on February 20, 2014

I would have to agree with both other attorneys, your question is rather confusing to give you an accurate answer. Also, if this is important to...

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What can I do to get other names off of property that was split 5 ways?

Paul's answer | Answered on February 19, 2014

Your question doesn't give us enough facts. So, either your former spouse had a Will or he didn't, but either way you are part owner with his...

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What does free of bond mean for the executor of a will

Paul's answer | Answered on February 15, 2014

It means that the Executor will not have to purchase a surety bond. The purpose of the bond is to protect the estate against misappropriations by...

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Sister, Executor, lied & stole from estate will not release Probate attorney's name. No copy of Will, can't hire att. w/o?

Paul's answer | Answered on February 14, 2014

Your question is rather complicated and, in my opinion, requires a sit down with a local probate attorney for a solid response. You can find...

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Is my traditional ira protected from foreclosure and would my beneficiary receive it if I should die?

Paul's answer | Answered on February 14, 2014

IRA funds are typically "exempt" assets. Therefore the funds should be protected if a judgment is obtained against you. And yes, as long as you...

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Guardianship:: Uncle (age 85) is now guardian of the other uncle (age 88) Both are single & intestate. Illinois probate ct.

Paul's answer | Answered on February 12, 2014

I am not sure of your intestate analysis. If your dad or mom is a sibling of the uncles then you may inherit on the death of the 1st uncle. Of...

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My other brother is the power of attorney. The other 2 was given quite a bit of money but only one signed a promissary note. The

How can you get a relative that's financially abusing their mother,88 and not all there, to stop being able to take her money?

What would I need to contest my father's will?

My sister recently passed away and let myself and other brother's and sisters as beneficiary on a couple of accounts

Deed on house is in my husband name. House is in both name. If deseased will I be able to keep house

What can I do to get other names off of property that was split 5 ways?

What does free of bond mean for the executor of a will

Sister, Executor, lied & stole from estate will not release Probate attorney's name. No copy of Will, can't hire att. w/o?

Is my traditional ira protected from foreclosure and would my beneficiary receive it if I should die?

Guardianship:: Uncle (age 85) is now guardian of the other uncle (age 88) Both are single & intestate. Illinois probate ct.