How can I become my 58 year old shizophrenic brothers guardian. I am sister and only family member that cares for him.

The poster from Pennsylvania is correct that the process involves the court in the county which you brother resides appointing you as guardian. ...

How does an insurance policy get handled after probate is closed?

The previous answers all give good general information but in Illinois there are several possible routes, depending on the exact facts. First, it...

How do I go about trying to collect on my ex-husband's pension thru G.M. that I was granted 50% upon his retirement

The earlier answers are on point. The key is getting a court order that both the employer (GM) and the court find acceptable. I would definately...

I practice in Missouri. In the situation you describe you would need to have an ancillary probate administration in Missouri. I'd be happy to...

Grandmother has dementia; grandfather cares for her, but what legal steps should we take now in case something happens to him?

As the earlier answers point out, there are really two issues. First, someone needs to be appointed to make decisions for your grandmother. Since...

Our parents had a revocable trust and will drawn up several years ago. They also signed quit claim deed on their home..

This is something that I address frequently in my practice. I would need to review the trust, but it is likely that with a couple of simple steps,...

I need to have my mother(deceased) removed as the owner of 2 insurance policies with my sister and my aunt being the insured.

I have dealt with this issue before and have a matter with very similar circumstances right now. It is likely that the policies are "whole life"...

I need help reading over a record contract (music) and deciding if it is worth signing or not?

As the above answer said, we are not to contact you directly and actually have no way to do so. Also, an attorney can certainly advise you on the...

Is it legal for an insurance company to do the following

I would encourage you to shop the policy around. Be up front with those you get quotes from about the situation -- they may analyze the...

How will my wife's judgement affect out finances?

I would strongly encourage your fiance to contact an attorney in the state where the judgement was entered (you might try reposing in the Avvo...