Does a probate attorney charge for every minute of their time even for simple advice or just actual legal matters?
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Answered on September 19, 2025
Assume that you will be charged for every minute talking to an attorney. Some attorneys waive some time or group email billing (i.e. if there are...
How can I become an executor of an estate?
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Answered on September 12, 2025
It looks like the estate was in MD, so you should re-post your question with a MD location. Generally, your brother can probably re-open the estate...
I’m being threatened with lawsuits after an at fault car accident.
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Answered on September 12, 2025
Continue to send all correspondence to your insurance and do not talk to the opposing party or attorney. If you are sued, your insurance will...
My uncle has a living WILL, but it doesn't clearly specify what monies are to be distributed bank accounts etc.
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Answered on September 09, 2025
A living will is an advanced care directive - it directs medical care, not the distribution of assets. The naming is very unfortunate.
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How can I find an personal injury attorney in Chicago to help negotiate a settlement for a recent bed bug incident at a hotel?
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Answered on September 05, 2025
Injury attorneys are very responsive to good cases. If they aren't responding, there probably isn't enough money in it to make it worth their...
Can I sue the parents of my daughters attacker ?
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Answered on September 04, 2025
These types of cases are tricky. As the other attorneys have noted, the general rule is that parents are not liable for the wrongful acts of their...
Can I be served a Notice of Termination for Non-Payment of Rent even if the balance is zero from someone who is not the owner?
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Answered on September 03, 2025
If the alleged owner does not have property rights and did not give proper notice, they are not going to be successful in eviction court. Sometimes...
What do i need to do to try to recover stolen items?
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Answered on September 03, 2025
You would likely use a citation to recover assets in probate court. However, probate in Illinois requires a lawyer, so you should hire one and...
How much trouble am I in ?
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Answered on September 02, 2025
You can always change attorneys, getting your retainer back, minus completed work, might be a challenge (though it shouldn't be). You should hire...
No will ?
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Answered on September 02, 2025
If the estate is insolvent, it might not make sense for you to administer it. Even if you can use the Small Estate Affidavit, you should hire a...
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