Chicago, IL
Elder law Lawyer at Chicago, IL
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It is not possible to answer this question without seeing the documents regarding the inheritance and the type of fund to which you refer. I...
If he did not leave any assets, it would not be worth the time or money to open a probate estate. There is no requirement that you do so.
If the home is owned by a trust then it is not part of the estate and would not be listed on a small estate affidavit.
In order to properly answer this question, an attorney would need to review the language in the Will. You should consult an attorney before...
It may be possible to avoid probate, but it will depend on the facts of your case. I suggest you call a probate attorney to discuss the particular...
If your father is no longer competent to understand legal documents, he cannot sign a power of attorney. The only option to get legal access in...
You will not avoid probate by simply naming a custodian under UTMA to hold the houses in your Will. I suggest you contact an estate planning...
An attorney would need to review the terms of your father's trust in order to answer your questions. The trust will set out how the co-trustees...
I suggest you call an attorney who practices in the area of Probate/Trust Administration. You seem to be mixing questions about a trust with...
Most likely not. People can leave their money as they wish (with certain limited exceptions). It is not unusual for parents to designate ages...