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My mom died and left $1,000,000 in stock with no beneficiary; there is a will naming my sister and I to get equal amounts. Does

Sheila's answer | Answered on April 29, 2015

I am sorry for the loss of your mother. Given the facts you have just outlined, this is a situation where Probate would be required. An...

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Me and my girlfriend planned a child through an anonymous sprem donor, how can she get legal guardianship

Sheila's answer | Answered on April 28, 2015

There are several steps that can be taken to accomplish this goal. However, you should hire an attorney to assist.

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Can the mortgage and deed be of different value?

Sheila's answer | Answered on April 28, 2015

That is not at all unusual. The deed does not reflect the actual value of the purchase price and the mortgage is only the amount being borrowed...

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Do I need to get a lawyer for an adult adoption or can I start the process myself?

Sheila's answer | Answered on April 26, 2015

Ms Howard correctly stated the procedure for an adult adoption. I would encourage you to hire experienced counsel to assist you nonetheless.

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In the state of Illinois what would I have to do for my boyfriend to adopt my daughter?

Sheila's answer | Answered on April 24, 2015

As the other attorneys have indicated, adoption matters are very detailed & have specific requirements. Even if the biological father is not...

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Property line

Sheila's answer | Answered on April 24, 2015

I am not sure what your question is but it sounds like first off, you should try & talk to your neighbor about your concerns. Before you proceed...

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Should I get an attorney?

Sheila's answer | Answered on April 23, 2015

Often a letter from an attorney forces the issue & the parties take notice. This might be just what is needed to get the remainder of the items...

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My mom passed 7 years ago, two of my sisters remained in the home I recently found out the mortgage hadn't been paid and is now

Sheila's answer | Answered on April 22, 2015

You would certainly benefit from legal assistance with your issues. There are some free or reduced rate legal clinics that might be available to...

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I paid the taxes on my boyfriends house in which he constantly kicks me out of.

Sheila's answer | Answered on April 22, 2015

Hello As the other responses have mentioned, you will likely need an attorney to best advise you on the likelihood of obtaining any money back. ...

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Adoption

Sheila's answer | Answered on April 22, 2015

If you have any attorney, you should contact him/her and advise them of this turn of events asap! If you do not, you need to hire an attorney...

Sheila A Maloney's Answers (240)

My mom died and left $1,000,000 in stock with no beneficiary; there is a will naming my sister and I to get equal amounts. Does

Me and my girlfriend planned a child through an anonymous sprem donor, how can she get legal guardianship

Can the mortgage and deed be of different value?

Do I need to get a lawyer for an adult adoption or can I start the process myself?

In the state of Illinois what would I have to do for my boyfriend to adopt my daughter?

Property line

Should I get an attorney?

My mom passed 7 years ago, two of my sisters remained in the home I recently found out the mortgage hadn't been paid and is now

I paid the taxes on my boyfriends house in which he constantly kicks me out of.

Adoption