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Intestate Probate Case

Robert's answer | Answered on August 12, 2015

Ms. Key and Mr. Clausen are spot on - the quality of the relationship between the heirs and the Admin should not impact receiving funds. The...

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Does my income tax get taken by the government?

Robert's answer | Answered on August 06, 2015

Mr. Walker is spot-on in his response. Married filing separately will be the least trouble. If there is some reason you absolutely must file...

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Will my income tax refund be seized if I claim my son on my return as a dependent and he owes for student loan, and court fees

Robert's answer | Answered on August 05, 2015

Your refund should be safe - the debts are not yours, they are your son's. You have no responsibility to pay them. As mentioned, your son should...

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Do I need probate lawyer?

Robert's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

I sorry for your loss. It looks like you will need a probate attorney. You will need to determine how your house was titled. If there was a right...

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How do i go about getting a letter of judgment

Robert's answer | Answered on July 23, 2015

It sounds like you are looking for letters of administration. If your father had a will, you need to probate it. If there was no will, you will...

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Is it possbile to file taxes individually instead of jointly if married? Is possible to have 3/4 of the tax return to my arrears

Robert's answer | Answered on July 06, 2015

Attorney Baird's answer is spot on. Injured spouse relief may be the quickest way to go. For future tax years, filing as Married/Separately will...

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My dad left me beneficiary of an annuity my kids want to take it can they

Robert's answer | Answered on June 17, 2015

We need more facts. What makes you think the kids can take away your annuity? Are they in a guardian or trustee role? Do they have a power over the...

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What do I need to do to protect my mom from people stealing her money and taking advantage of her dementia and Alzheimer's?

Robert's answer | Answered on June 13, 2015

An elder law attorney can help you determine if a guardianship is appropriate for your mom. Based on your description, it seems likely. If you are...

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My father has all timers or just plain ole old age. he's 85 yrs . and has been with this lady for approx..23 yrs .

Robert's answer | Answered on June 13, 2015

The first thing you need to do is speak with your father and see if he has any idea of what is going on. He may understand he needs help and may...

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What are the rights of a sibling that has been living in their parents home? can they tell you what to do while you live there?

Robert's answer | Answered on June 09, 2015

Mr. Pankowski is correct - there is some information missing. Are your parents no longer living? If so, is the sibling making the demands an...

Robert William Jewett's Answers (184)

Intestate Probate Case

Does my income tax get taken by the government?

Will my income tax refund be seized if I claim my son on my return as a dependent and he owes for student loan, and court fees

Do I need probate lawyer?

How do i go about getting a letter of judgment

Is it possbile to file taxes individually instead of jointly if married? Is possible to have 3/4 of the tax return to my arrears

My dad left me beneficiary of an annuity my kids want to take it can they

What do I need to do to protect my mom from people stealing her money and taking advantage of her dementia and Alzheimer's?

My father has all timers or just plain ole old age. he's 85 yrs . and has been with this lady for approx..23 yrs .

What are the rights of a sibling that has been living in their parents home? can they tell you what to do while you live there?