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I need a probate attorney in the oaklawn area.

Paul's answer | Answered on September 16, 2013

Well, that's an easy one. Our firm is in Palos Heights and we work in the areas of estate planning, probate and elder law. We charge $100 for a...

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My husband has left the house and all contents to me in his will.The house is not paid off.Will I be responsible for doing that.

Paul's answer | Answered on September 13, 2013

Well, if you are left the home and it has a mortgage on it, then that is what you get - a house with a mortgage. That is unless the Will...

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Can I sell my property for a dollar

Paul's answer | Answered on September 12, 2013

Certainly you can sell your property for whatever amount you wish. However, you DO want to talk to a local attorney to discuss the legal...

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Will's

Paul's answer | Answered on September 12, 2013

Well, that depends on numerous factors regarding your parents and their assets. The only way to get a good answer is to consult with an elder law...

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My Father left me a fifth wheel in his will. But, he just bought it and the bank will not add my name to the title.

Paul's answer | Answered on September 12, 2013

Generally, if your dad left you something with a lien on it, then you would need to pay off the lien (either cash or refinancing) before the bank...

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Can someone keep insurance money when it was intended for funeral expenses which is documented?

Paul's answer | Answered on September 12, 2013

Unfortunately my guess is that you would spend more than $12,000 in court trying to prove the proposition. However, I don't think that you would...

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Doesa guardian have rights to the estate if there is a will naming children of the deceased.

Paul's answer | Answered on September 12, 2013

A guardian's role normally terminates at the death of the ward. If a guardian is owed money for services then the guardian can likely put in a...

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Can non a family member get a power of attorney over the old friend with dementia?

Paul's answer | Answered on September 11, 2013

I think Ms. Scheming s answer was excellent and I agree. Legally it may be possible to set aside the power of attorney - but mom would have to go...

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My uncle died five months ago. NO will on file. My uncle owned Extensive assets ?What should I do ?

Paul's answer | Answered on September 08, 2013

I'm assuming that your uncle has no children which is why you are asking the question. I suppose my question to you is whether anyone is...

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Is it worth settling? I cant write everything on the details so i will add a comment pls read the rest in the comments

Paul's answer | Answered on September 07, 2013

You asked your question in the "wills" section of the AVVO website. Perhaps you should ask it in the employment law or worker's compensation...