My Uncle died with no will. He told his priest what he wanted but didn't write it down.

Oral wills don't work except for "soldier's wills" in some states. A soldier's will is limited to personal effects and dates back to when a troop...

Is there a way to claim a life insurance policy without reopening an estate?

It depends upon several factors. I assume there are no beneficiaries identified on the policies. If there are it is just a matter of providing a...

My father passed away 12 years ago. My mother is still living in her home.Her will states that her house is to be sold and split

Be very, very concerned. A week doesn't go by that I don't have some child trying to convence their aging parent to transfer the house by a "quick...

Attorney Blumer has given you a very good and complete answer. Rather than trying to get around the rule, I suggest that you consult with an...

My 92 year old mother has been unable to walk since Jan 9th. after being the hospital for three weeks she was transfered to

Unfortunately things can go missing in a nursing home. It may or may not be negligence on the part of the staff. If your mother still owns her...

Sadly, my dad is suddenly showing signs of Alzheimers. He has approx 150K in bank and owns a small piece of commercial real est

Get Dad in to see an experienced edler law attorney ASAP. He will need a durable general power of attorney that allows for unrestricted gifting. An...

My mother, a Medicaid patient, died in a nursing home in new york, in Jan. 2013. There isn't any Medicaid lien listed at the Cou

I concur with my colleagues that enough time may not have passed for the lien to be filed. You should contact an elder law attorney in your area....

Unfortunately, it is the probation officer and the court that control your son's life. Lack of structure can be a valid concern. You should take my...

My ex-husband died 5days ago in Ar. His 2 adult children live in Il. with me. He was married for months. Who is next of kin?

Next of kin would be his new wife and his children. If he had listed the new wife on any property or accounts as a joint tenant with rights of...

My father needs help, he is 65 yrs old was with his girlfriend for 14 yrs she just passed away and left everything to her daugh

If a probate is opened, he may have a claim against the estate, but he will need to prove how much he contributed to their living arrangement. He...