I understand any withdrawls from my inherited IRA are taxable. If I gift any of those funds can I reduce my income by that sum

Agree with the other posters. There is no income tax deduction for a gift, except a gift to a charitable organization recognized as such by the...

Can someone leave property to another for their use then specify that upon that persons death the property be given to another?

Agree with Ms Shaffner. Your mother can grant a life estate in the property in her will, or she can pass the property to a trust (either a...

Can I disinherit my wife?

Mr. Fromm is correct. There are some ways around this. First, just because your spouse can "elect against the will" does not mean she is required...

What is meant by "...in the special manner provided by law, and by two witnesses"

"In the special manner provided by law" means you must meet all the legal requirements set forth in Texas law to make a will valid.

No. 43-2-22 prevails. the 43-2-190 series is referring to non-resident acting as administrator (by definition an administrator is managing an...

Can Guardianship remove my General Durable Power Of Attorney Role over my mom?

Sorry, Mr. Taylor, but your answer is not correct. Granting of a conservatorship in Colorado does not cancel a power of attorney. However, the...

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Forged deed of trust by lender. we filled lawsuit against lender. we were away out of state during closing . how do we win

Don't even attempt to act by asking a question on this or any other legal blog. Your need an attorney knowledgable in real estate law, and you...

Black's Law Dictionary is not "law" in any state. First, the definitions of terms in state law or federal law govern. Then case law. Then...

Can an attorney hold onto settlement money in a trust account in the event there are legal fees or costs to be paid?

Agree, send him a letter requesting the money. If he refuses, contact the Florida Supreme Court attorney regulation office to file a complaint.

Can you tell me the difference between a joint, joint and with regard to a certification of trustee?

COncur with Mr. Frederick. Joint and what? You shouldn't have to open a new account, as most banks will simply retitle the account. But, you...