I agree with both of these attorneys and will add that law schools often have practicums where 3rd year law students work under the supervision of...

I am p.r. of my mothers estate trying to settle with a life insurace policy. they want me to send the original policy. should i

It is not uncommon for different insurance carriers to handle its policies differently. You shouldn't be worried that two policies have been...

I am the administrator of the estate of my parents estate. Can I sell the house without the heirs permission in probate court?

If you were appointed by the court to serve as the administrator of the estate, you are not going to want to do anything without consulting an...

What is the next step in a situation involving a will that is not being carried out?

It is time to hire an attorney, immediately. Your attorney will be able to contact the attorney "handling" the grandfather's estate to obtain the...

My dad remarried after a devorce, he wrote a will and called all his children to tell them there was a will, he passed away

A lot of times people keep their estate planning documents in fire-proof safes, gun cabinets, safe deposit boxes, etc... If no one in your family...

IRREVOCABLE TRUST

Normally, creditors cannot attach to assets of a trust just because a person is the trustee of that trust. This will be set out in the trust...

Who own the home if the homeowner dies?

It is important to first look at the last recorded Deed to determine the ownership of the home. It is possible that you will not have to proceed...

Will I have enough documentation to legally pay my mom's debt with her finances?

If your mom authorizes you to speak with her attorney, you should call him/her to ensure that your mom is relaying the attorney's advice acurately....

I need a pro bono lawyer to help me obtain the $100,000 willed to me in the will of a friend who died in 2008. I have a "compel

Find a local attorney who will give you a complimentary consultation. At that point, you can discuss fee agreements, which could include a...

My mom has mild dementia and wants to make her will. I have 2 letters from her doctors that state she is capable

The onset of dementia does not automatically remove the possibility of one to create a will, healthcare power of attorney, living will, durable...