Attorney Goldstein's answer is right on point. The reason that you are getting conflicting answers as this situation causes conflicts all the...

What will happen to my father's house since he just passed and there is no will? Can I get it put in my name?

Likely, unless step mom and your dad were legally separated, she has an interest in the house along with you and any other children that he had....

False claims in IL probate

I would have to agree with both prior counsel that you are probably better with an attorney when going to court on important matters - like real...

I live in Chicago, can I find a lawyer who practices in the suburbs?

Good morning. I am an elder law attorney with a practice in Palos Heights. Until about 5 years ago I also practiced in the family law arena so I...

Can a new POA and will be written up if the person is deemed incompetent to do so?

I don't know if you are confusing terms or if I just can't read well. So, let me explain terms. A power of attorney is a different document than...

My mother died june 1, 2011 from a brain tumor. Her and her husband were married 17 years. He got the will done.

It is sad that your step father will not honor your mother by sharing with you some of your mothers personal things - like her jewelry and...

My mother passed away and i would like to sell the car can I sign the title?

Assuming that you are an only child (or if your siblings are in agreement with you) then you may be able to use a Small Estate Affidavit to...

My sister has a will and a trust.

IF she is named as a/the primary beneficiary then it/her share will go directly to her. Generally assets that have beneficiaries named by-pass...

Dose a surviving spouse have to pay a loan that her deceased husband obtained ageist the estate without her knowledge?

This is a HIGH RISK situation. You are talking about perhaps losing your house. I would recommend that you speak with a local attorney...

I haved obtained a copy of my fathers probated will. The pages of the will with his intials do not appear to be in his handwrit

I doubt that the attorney who drafted the Will would give you a copy but you could ask for it. He/she still has a confidential relationship with...