I am sorry for the loss of your granny and your uncle. This question is quite complex and more information is needed to give you a specific...

If the property was held in "joint tenancy with rights of survivorship" then in most states your mother will need to file a copy of the death...

How do I find a lawyer.to help me with inheritance.

1. Check to see if a probate case has been opened in the county where her dad lived. 2. Contact local counsel for help. -Avvo.com,...

Where are the wills to be kept?

Good options are to put it in a safe deposit box or to put it in a fire safe box in your house and let your executor/personal representative know...

Can i write my own will and have it notarized

A will written in your handwriting is valid in some states. Sometimes they require witnesses and notarizing, and sometimes they do not. You need...

Single mother - who will have legal custody of child in the event of death

If you do not have an estate plan with custody provisions in place it is very likely that the father could get custody of your child if you passed...

Can you leave property to someone stipulating that when the die it is not part of their estate

If you are asking if there is a vehicle to allow the person (A) the lifetime use of the property and then the property goes to someone else...

My mother is going into a nursing home on medicaid.

Medicaid is a Federally funded but state run program. You should consult a medicaid planning attorney in your state to be certain of the law for...

What is estate planning attorney? Why it is needed?

Estate Planning Attorney: An attorney that helps you plan for your estate during incapacity and at death. Providing documentation and advice to...

Can I sell my home, live in a rental for 5 or more years, then when I run out of money would medicaid then help?

Yes, it is possible to be qualified for medicaid after five years. It is also possible you may qualify sooner. Medicaid takes into account many...