Chicago, IL
Estate planning Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate ... +3 more
This is an unfortunate issue that can arise. The best course of action is to open Probate and file an action against the former Power of Attorney...
I agree with Sheila, the GAL owes a duty to the potential ward and court to serve as the eyes and ears and does not owe a duty to anyone else. Once...
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Under Illinois law, when an individual passes without a Will she does so "intestate," which means that her estate...
The purpose of the Oath and Bond is a protective measure required by statute in Illinois where Guardianship of the Estate is involved. It is...
You may nominate a guardian for your disabled child in your Will, however this would still require that the nominated individual proceed through...
I am sorry for your loss. The issue is that without a Will, your mother's estate passes according to the Deed (if someone is named and depending on...
The other two Attorneys above are correct, if the total of all assets held solely in your husband's name are under $100,000 a small estate...
Hi, unfortunately this situation arises far too often. Yes, the validity of the 2010 Will does need to be challenged on the basis that a new Will...
Each bank has its own policy with regards to the release of funds to beneficiaries. However, I recommend that if Probate is opened you wait until...
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