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Can i sign over my portion of my inheritence from my mother's will to my sister even though my mother is still alive?
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Answered on November 20, 2012
I agree that you can disclaim your portion of the estate after your mother dies. But while she is alive, you only have an "expectancy."
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How to Terminate adult guardianship
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Answered on November 20, 2012
You do have rights, and if you are capable of making reasonable personal and financial decisions, you should be able to seek restoration of your...
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Family home is in trust, I do not know who the lawyer is, nor if parents bank accounts are also in trust. where do I learn more?
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Answered on November 20, 2012
I agree that you definitely need to consult with an attorney. You can obtain a copy of the Deed in Trust from the recorder's office, and that deed...
In Illinois how can you find out if a recently deceased person had a will or living trust document?
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Answered on November 20, 2012
If your mother in law died in Cook County and she had a will, it may have been filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court. There is no requirement...
Can a marriage void a guardianship
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Answered on November 20, 2012
If you believe that you are competent, you can attempt what is known as "restoration." First, you should consult with an attorney who is...
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Help in getting a power of atty for my mother who had a massive stoke last sat. and is now in a vegetative state.
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Answered on November 20, 2012
It is definitely too late to get a Power of Attorney. You will, indeed, need to pursue a guardianship in order to access these accounts. If your...
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Mom died and she left behind 5 kids and her spouse,which is my stepdad.who gets the most percentage?
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Answered on October 25, 2012
I agree with the previous answers, but there is another consideration regarding the lawsuit. If there is a survival action and a wrongful death...
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What is the correct way to open account for minor who has no estate, but receives monthly death benefit from social security?
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Answered on October 17, 2012
If there are co-guardians that have been appointed by a court, then there is a minor's estate. The bank account needs to be titled in the name of...
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I live in Cook Cty, IL in my deceased mother's house and due to financial hardship I couldn't pay my taxes so they were sold.
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Answered on October 17, 2012
I agree with the other two answers, but would also point out that it is important to know HOW your mom left the house to you and your sister. If...
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My parents died in the last two years .my two sisters ha power of attorney. my parents had a will. do my brother and i have any
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Answered on October 17, 2012
You really do not include enough factual background to allow for an adequate answer to your question. First, the POA's do not extend authority...
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