Does my estate lawyer have any control over my deceased mother's life insurance?

The insurance policy is controlled by the beneficiary designations and not by a Will or the probate process (unless no beneficiary is named or the...

I'm afraid once someone looses capacity and the ability to sign contracts, having them sign and designate someone as his power of attorney is no...

If she has capacity to sign a Statutory Durable Power of Attorney (and she lives in Texas), this document could name you as her agent to act on her...

I wasn't paid for the last year of taking care of a lady that was in hospice. I alone cared for her 24/7.

You will need to file a claim against the estate, and the other attorneys are correct -- the type of administration will determine how, exactly,...

My Mother passed away in Bexar County, TX. Does the will have to be probated in Bexar county?

Probate does require an attorney. The proper county would be the one in which your mother resided prior to her passing. If she was just visiting...

My sister has managing conservatorship of my girls. I want to o go back to court and get them back. How much does this typically

The cost will depend on many factors as the other attorneys mention. You should probably expect to pay a retainer upfront, which would (at least)...

I take care of my grandmother. What kind of power of attorney paperwork do I need to have for her?

Generally, these documents vary from state-to-state, so online documents may be generic and not actually valid or useful in Texas (or whatever...

Mom died left property to my sister. she died didn't put it in her name. she has 2 kids. I have 2 brothers. who gets property?

More facts are needed, but if your mother gifted property to your sister with a deed or left property to your sister with a valid Will or Trust,...

Dad 77...I am 50.... wants to pass along his paid off home to me. He already has medicaid. ..is a lady bird dead a good way?

Does Mom live in the home and will she continue to live there after your father passes? Be careful with just having a Lady Bird Deed prepared and...

My daughter is living with me in TX she is severely disabled, she is 25. Her dad and I r divorced. Do I need to file guardiship?

Certainly get to an attorney, but I suspect that if she qualifies for a guardianship, getting one in place prior to the move may be necessary for...