Typically, lawyers like to use what is referred to as "best practice," having the witnesses actually watch the testator sign the will, and vice...

Closing dads bank account

Likewise, if there will be no probate, and dad only had the bank account to close, 14-3971 may apply (Collection of Personal Property by...

My mothers boyfriend of 18 yrs is the executor, if he doesnt pay the bill who is responsible, him, or ME, her next of kin?

Once probate is filed, and the executor is appointed by the court, and given Letters Testamentary (legal authority to act on behalf of the estate)...

If the only copy of a will we have has a no contest clause, but it was not filed does it still apply?

A contest of a will occurs in the context of a probate having been filed (with the original of the will, or a copy that is proven ligitimate) with...

Father in law has dementia and is living in a permanent assisted living. Should we claim the rent income since.

This is a complex tax and estate planning question that really can't be answered in full on this forum. You need to consult a CPA/tax attorney, or...

Does the attorney need to sign the will?

Typically, the drafting lawyer does not sign the will. The execution requirements of two independent witnesses, and a notary, insure that your...

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Unfortunately for you, what you were told is trumped by what the Will states. Unless there is a specific devise of the real property to you in the...

Do I need a power of attorney?

I am sorry to hear about your father's situation, and yours. You need to consult with a GA lawyer immediately. First of all, you don't mention...

Ownership of invention as an employee of a large corporation.

This is a very interesting question: Generally speaking, the Employee Handbook, and it sounds like you were provided with a copy, does apply to all...

Illness is difficult, under the best of circumstances; I am sorry to hear you are dealing with this, too. The irrevocability of the trust simply...

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