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In the paperwork of my Fathers estate I have a court document "Disclaimer of Mike Smith", ...Mike Smith" hereby irrevocably...

Adam's answer | Answered on April 05, 2013

I agree with my colleagues. It is impossible to know exactly their reason for signing the disclaimer. There is certainly a difference between the...

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My mother just went into the hospital for long term care. My mother ,sister and I are on the farm deed. What can we do

Adam's answer | Answered on April 05, 2013

I agree with Mr. Friedman, you need to discuss your situation with a qualified elder law attorney. It will be important to discuss with the...

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What can I do to prevent probate on my fathers 65K home upon his death?

Adam's answer | Answered on April 04, 2013

There are only about 18 states that authorize transfer on death or beneficiary deeds. If the property is in Wisconsin, then you could use a...

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My father in coma and his new wife has power of attorney over his property. she now wants to sell some of the property. can she?

Adam's answer | Answered on March 05, 2013

I agree with my colleagues that the answer to your question depends upon the powers given by the power of attorney. The powers granted through a...

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I have an estranged sister living in NY . She has stated they t her assets will be given away .

Adam's answer | Answered on March 05, 2013

If your estranged sister dies without a will and there are still assets owned by her, they will be distributed according to the intestacy laws of...

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What keeps sole trustee and beneficiary from "raiding" the principal of a trust before his death?

Adam's answer | Answered on March 05, 2013

A trustee has a legal obligation to act in the best interest of the trust and its beneficiaries. Therefore, the law is what will protect the...

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What should I do if my mother won't follow through with what my grandmother's will left to me?

Adam's answer | Answered on March 05, 2013

A trustee (trust) or executor (will) has a legal obligation to follow the provisions of the trust or will. However, if the funds in the estate have...

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I am beneficiary of trust created in 2004. Grantor passed in 2006. Lost my copy of trust. Would attorney that drafted have copy?

Adam's answer | Answered on March 05, 2013

I agree with my colleagues. Most attorneys will still have at least an electronic copy of the trust saved in their electronic files, even though it...

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My mother's will leaves 1/2 of her assets in a trust for me upon her death. I am 65 and mama is still with us, thankfully.

Adam's answer | Answered on February 11, 2013

Without seeing the specific provisions of the trust it is really impossible to completely answer your question. It depends upon your rights to...

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My single brother died without leaving a will. Surviving family members included his father, and three half-siblings.

Adam's answer | Answered on February 11, 2013

The complexities of your questions are impossible to fully address in this format. Therefore, you need to meet with a local probate attorney....

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