Is this legal?

There are a lot of factors at play here. First, you do not mention if your father left a will. If he did, then the will controls and you would...

What actions do I need to take in settling my moms estate

You need to file your own succession proceeding. This should be filed in the court for the parish in which she was domiciled at the time of her...

I am one of 3 daughters of my deceased father with one being deceased with 3 children. The oldest was named the Executor.

Your father's will controls. If you think it worth fighting, you can get the court involved again.

Are there any special qualifications to putting my inheritance in a special needs trust?

There are many special provisions to consider. You need to speak to a certified elder law attorney. There are 2 in Louisiana and I would only...

If my wife becomes pregnant before the 2013-2014 tax time does she claim the unborn as a dependent

You can claim the child only for the year in which he or she is born. So, if your child is born December 31, 2014, you can claim the child on your...

Help in contesting a will?

If you're going to contest the will, and it sounds like you probably should, you definitely want an attorney's help. These are typically long and...

Didn't file tax for last 3 years. IRS called,left message that I must call them back by close of business today? Should I?

This sounds like a scam. Still, you should get your taxes current.

Can a person obtain a social security number without being a citizen of the United States?

Yes, there are ways. But this is not a tax question, it is an immigration issue.

How do I avoid being held liable for income tax fraud?

Your daughter is correct; this is tax fraud. She can protect herself somewhat by filing separate returns. She also needs to see a local tax...

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I forgot to file taxes for 2009

You should file your return as soon as possible. Interest and penalties are accruing every day and can become more the actual tax owed. Because...