If your will doesn't specify who should become the executor or an alternate executor, the court can appoint someone at the time of your death. Any...

If I have a paper with my last wishes on it and it is notarizedand signed by 2 witnesses, is it a legal will ?

Yes. Under Colorado law you can write your own will and have 2 witnesses or a notary sign it, making it a legal will. Be careful though. Just...

Attorney left practice, now what?

An attorney's fee agreement cannot prohibit a refund. IF you are being charged hourly, they are required to keep the retainer funds in a separate...

What can be done? Boyfriend lives in a home that belongs to grandma, but when she passes in the will it goes to him.

He has no interest in the house until your grandmother passes. While he has defenses against eviction, the agent under power of attorney can act...

How can I get my mom, who has Alzheimer's, into an assisted living when she is fighting me?

Having power of attorney doesn't give you authority over your mother. It simply allows you to act on her behalf consistent with her needs and...

Do I have to provide a statement to all siblings after a death of a parent if I am executor?

Yes, they are entitled to an accounting from the personal representative of assets, debts and expenditures in the estate.

My former atty will not give me my legal file, is this a theft, if so , what is penal code for that?

It is not a theft. However, you can contact attorney regulation in your state as it could be a violation of the Rules of Professional Conduct.

How do I get Power of Attorney after a death?

You can't get a power of attorney after death. You'll either need to open a probate or provide a small estate affidavit to the employer, depending...

Can a divorce attorney charge interest on your bill

That depends on what your fee agreement says. It it says interest will be charged on unpaid balances, then yes, the attorney can charge interest.

What JDF forms do I need to file for an informal probate? Would I file with a will or without a will?

Go to https://www.courts.state.co.us/Self_Help/estate/ You'll find the forms and the instruction sheet there.