I'm 16 and want to legally change my guardianship

I am sorry to hear a out your challenges. You should consult with a local attorney who would know about the guardianship laws in South Carolina. In...

I also wish to know how a wife retained a half interest in property instead of a 1/3?

There aren't enough facts to answer your question completely. However, presuming the 40 acres are the half of the life estate you are referring to,...

It depends on the parameters of the Small Estate Affidavit rules for Arkansas, presuming the house is in Arkansas. In Illinois, one genrally cannot...

I want to incorporate a start-up holding company as a s-corp? What type of lawyer can assist me with this?

I agree with my colleagues who responded that you need a lawyer experienced in forming such legal entities. Allow me to point out that Wyoming,...

Can i file a Small Estate Affidavit when the amount is $26,000.00 ?

I am sorry for the loss of your father and sister. Inheritance laws are state-centric and institutional policies distributions of decedents' funds...

My father died with out a will. I am the only sibling. He left no money or insurance due to gambling losses and lots of debt.

I am sorry for the loss of your father. With the caveat that I practice in the state of Illinois and presuming that you are not designated as a...

Who disburses funds to heirs upon sale of decedents home?

As with most legal questions, the answer is "it depends." With the caveat that I practice in Illinois, I can say that if a personal representative...

Can I still receive ssi disability that I have been on since May, 2011. I have inherited 20k, do I have to report this money?

I am sorry to hear about your loss. An equally important issue is whether you are receiving Medicaid. If you are receiving Medicaid, you will have...

My father is the executor of his living trust, when he dies and the house has already been sold. I as executor have rights to.

I agree with Attorney Coultis. Additionally, not only must you adhere to the trust terms and any state laws involving trusts and trustees, but as...

Probate

Reopening probate is allowed to distributed assets that were not discovered during the initial opening of the estate or to finalize distribution of...