Do I need legal counsel? And cost of attorney?

It may be a good idea to hire an attorney to protect your interests; I recommend looking for an attorney who focuses a significant portion of his...

Can I file a petition to have my sister removed from the will?

You will not be able to remove her from the will, but there are legal remedies available that will allow you to move forward, even without her...

Uncle has a will , but , told his social worker things that he wanted to change but he passed away 2 days later.

Any changes related to the will that were not actually made in proper form (either a notarized will or a handwritten "olographic" will) would be...

I know the state will take my mother's house. How do I let them know to do it? Who do I call to give it to them?

Was your mother receiving Medicaid (was she was in a nursing home and the state was paying for it)? If so, they will likely not put a lien on the...

I am being sued by a collection agency for a credit card that I default on. how do I write a response.

I suggest that you meet with an attorney who focuses on representing consumers; he or she can negotiate the balance and payment terms of your debt...

What are the penalties for not filing probate timely - like 25 years and 10 years for grandparents?

There won't be any penalties for filing the probate and no estate taxes will be due. An attorney can assist you with filing the probate pleadings.

Mr. Gothard is correct; since you had knowledge of the fact that the home was not put in your/your father's name, you would need to live in the...

My ex-husband passed although we were divorced there is properties in our name who is entitled to a share of that property?

If the property was owned by both of you (whether as joint owners or in community), then you are the owner of one-half of the property. In order to...

I need a divorce lawyer for a no contest divorce

You can use the "Find a Lawyer" tab at the top of the page Avvo to look for a highly-rated attorney who practices in the areas of Divorce/Family...

Mother passed away. Will Medicaid take the house?

The Department of Health & Hospitals (DHH) has the right to seek reimbursement from the estate for any amounts paid to the nursing home under the...