How can someone lose these responsibilities without being notified by the law firm that originally drafted them?

Your parent was not required to notify you upon changing his power of attorney documents. He or she was also not required to notify you of the...

Is there any legal action that can be taken since the estate is now entering probate to get my children the money their great gr

The answer to your question depends upon a variety of facts. I agree that you should speak with an attorney to determine whether your children have...

If we obtain guardianship of our grandchild in Illinois from DCFS or courts, will she be eligible for a medical card

Yes she will likely be eligible for a medical card and services. Good luck to you.

Yes you can attempt to get a restraining order for your mother. The Domestic Violence Act provides you with an opportunity to get a restraining...

Section 1-109 governs the verification of pleadings. This section of the code can also be used in lieu of using a notary.

House after father pass away

I'm sorry about the loss of your father. It sounds like you need to speak with a probate attorney to transfer the property from your father's...

Can an executor of an estate be held liable if they did not follow the instructions for a charitable donation?

Yes, an executor of an estate may be held liable for not following the directions of a will. However, in order to determine whether the executor...

Is it illegal for the son, who is an attorney, to have knowingly kept my name off the death certificate?

As Ms. Goldstein stated, you can work to have the death certificate corrected. It is not clear from your post whether your son committed any...

How long does she have to file and what recourse do the rest of us have IF she refuses to file?

As the other attorneys have noted, your sister should have filed the will with the County Clerk within 30 days of your father's passing. It may not...

What is needed for a minor to claim an inheritance?

You should respond to the great aunt's email seeking the details of your son's inheritance and the need for his Social Security Number. It is not...