How can i find out if my stepfather has power of attorney over my mother?without him knowing i know.or that i am looking.

Mr. Haber is correct. Short of asking your mother if she ever signed a power of attorney in favor of her spouse, it's conceivable that you might...

Benificiaries

My practice is limited to Texas, and you will want to visit with an attorney within the jurisdiction of the Will's probate for the best answer, but...

I am sole beneficiary in my fl land trust and want to terminate the trustee. does she need to sign the warranty deed/other forms

I agree with Mr. Golightly. Each state may vary slightly regarding the treatment of specific trust issues, and so you really should consult with a...

Start looking for a guardianship lawyer, but I'd get ready for a fight. To answer your primary question: No, an agent under a power of attorney...

What happens to an estate if father died in 10/08 and stepmother died 4/11, father had will what are the rights to all children?

Sadly, this is probably an issue that would have best been addressed with your stepmother sometime in the last 3 years after your father's death. ...

As Mr. Haber indicates, some estates can take longer than others. A decedent's wishes might be clear, but there may very well be other factors...

My father passed away and my cousin says she has power of attorney. she wont show us the papers but she keeping everything away

Powers of attorney terminate on the death of the principal (your father). By your facts, your cousin no longer has any authority under any kind of...

Does being adopted negate my right to my birth fathers estate?

Great question, and I hope you find the answer specific to your jurisdiction. It will likely vary, and I'm curious to see other states' treatments...

How can a Power of Attorney recover money wrongfully taken from her sister who is considered a vulnerable adult.

You should first understand that an agent under a POA has only the ability to act as the person signing the document (the principal) gives them. ...

Escheat laws

The easy answer is for you to prepare a Will. If you want to ensure that a charity receives your property, and not your children or the State,...