If your husband did not have any individual accounts (not joint), and he left no assets that are not titled jointly, then his estate is insolvent. ...

My parents gave me Durable & Medical POA. My older brother just got emergency temp. order for guardianship/conservatorship.

A Durable Power of Attorney, in all likelihood, would eliminate the need for a guardianship, because it survives the incompetency. You should...

My two sons were included in their paternal grandfather's will.

In order to appropriately answer your question, I would need to know where their grandfather died. If in Cook County, there is a requirement that...

How do i obtain legal guardianship of an elderly parent and the most inexpensive way to start?

If you already have a POA executed (prior to onset of incapacity), you may be able to use it to access accounts - you just need to check to see...

My spouse did not update his will after our marriage. The existing will leaves everything to my step daughter. Am I entitled

In most states, by law, there is a spousal award to which you may be entitled. You should contact an experienced estate attorney in your area, and...

Possible financial awards noted in living trust, but received after settlor's death...can they go into living trust vs a will?

Yes, he can absolutely do this. You should contact an experienced estate planning attorney, however, to ensure that the trust declaration is...

How can I tell the court myself that the Administrator of an Estate is not a fair individual to honor the deceased wishes?

Generally speaking, without a will, the assets of the estate will pass by intestate descent and distribution, with all heirs at law receiving a...

Can i sue a talent agency for lack of service or poor service?

You might also want to consider reporting your complaint to the Better Business Bureau. LInk attached.

No probate made for father intestate. Mortgage in his name only, what do i need to do to make payments and avoid forclosure?

I do not know how you can accomplish what you intend without hiring an experienced probate attorney. You will, in all likelihood, need to open a...

How should my new husband and I write our will?

You should really seek the services of an experienced estate planning attorney in your area. There are many "red flags" in the facts you include,...