Questions answered by Ralanda Webb

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Do I have a right to choose the return date for a case that will need to be continued?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on November 07, 2014

No. You have no right to set the compliance or status date. If travel doesn't work for you, hire a local attorney.

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Need a probate attorney who can work in Cook County IL. Have questions about grandfathers house in his will.

Ralanda's answer | Answered on October 27, 2014

The answer to your question will depend on your grandfather's will. From your version, it seems that he granted her an estate (20 years). The...

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If someone markets a property to find a buyer, can they legally receive a fee in Illinois?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on October 10, 2014

Get a real estate broker's license or risk jail time.

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My mom passed away and her house was jtwros with me her only son.home worth 190,000 with 40,000 mortgage.

Ralanda's answer | Answered on October 02, 2014

As a joint tenant, you take the property as a matter of law. It is not in her estate and you need not (can not) use a small estate affidavit to...

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Can I file Affidavit of Heirship in Chicago, Illnois from Florida, without an attorney. How do I go about submitting affidavit?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on October 01, 2014

You can hire an attorney to draft the affidavit for less than it costs you to fly in from Florida. Talk to a probate attorney today. Do it...

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How can I locate the Chicago Estate Lawyer who holds my Uncle's documents?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on September 04, 2014

Try locating him through the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission. Their website has a feature that allows you to locate...

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My dad expired 4/7/14. He married in January, 2013. The house was in my father's name and sold. What is Spousal Award?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on August 15, 2014

I agree with the Answer regarding the Spousal award. Additionally, there is nothing that entitles her to 10% by virtue of being the administrator....

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Landlord doesn't own property, I received notice to vacate

Ralanda's answer | Answered on August 14, 2014

Sorry for the mess caused by this foreclosure. Sometimes the request for documents of the type they are requesting here can result in them...

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How to remove a Supervised Administrator from an Estate

Ralanda's answer | Answered on June 11, 2014

I strongly suggest that you consult with a probate attorney since the matter is already in court. If you decide to represent yourself, you...

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I'm a Real Estate broker in Chicago. I live in a 400 unit building, in which I am currently either renting or selling units.

Ralanda's answer | Answered on May 30, 2014

You are not correct and the door man's actions, white unwise, are not illegal for purposes of the licensing laws for real estate brokers. He is...

Ralanda Webb's Answers (363)

Do I have a right to choose the return date for a case that will need to be continued?

Need a probate attorney who can work in Cook County IL. Have questions about grandfathers house in his will.

If someone markets a property to find a buyer, can they legally receive a fee in Illinois?

My mom passed away and her house was jtwros with me her only son.home worth 190,000 with 40,000 mortgage.

Can I file Affidavit of Heirship in Chicago, Illnois from Florida, without an attorney. How do I go about submitting affidavit?

How can I locate the Chicago Estate Lawyer who holds my Uncle's documents?

My dad expired 4/7/14. He married in January, 2013. The house was in my father's name and sold. What is Spousal Award?

Landlord doesn't own property, I received notice to vacate

How to remove a Supervised Administrator from an Estate

I'm a Real Estate broker in Chicago. I live in a 400 unit building, in which I am currently either renting or selling units.