Is it mandatory to have an attorney represent us if filing a TPR in conjunction with a step parent adoption?

An attorney is not required, but I certainly recommend you have one, or at least consult with one. If bio dad is willing to sign a Consent for...

Does the estate pay for expenses like burial costs and preparing the tax return or does the administrator pay for that?

The administrator is not responsible personally for any expenses. The administrator is responsible for gathering and marshaling the assets and...

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Ms. Whitbeck is correct in her analysis. My additional comment is strictly the legal issue - the 16 year old cannot refuse. But obviously 16...

Do I have to probate if mother left a will and all that needs to be settled is life insurance worth $10,000.

Nevada has an Affidavit of Entitlement for assets under $20K. You can submit this and the monies would be distributed to you and your siblings. ...

My father's wife died, then he lived in the home, (her home) until he died. he gave away items bought after marriage. this ok?

It appears from your question that the wife had a will. Has an estate been opened? Nevada is community property, but if they married later in...

How do I get Primary custody of my boys?

I would add to Ms. Whitbeck's answer as to child support. If he is ordered to pay and hasn't, you can go to the DA's office to collect. As for the...

What should I do to not give my mother and my child's father from getting what they are asking for?

Ms. Whitbeck is correct. You are welcome to call my office for a consult. If CPS gets involved in your life, you have far worse problems than a...

Do I need to get custody if my childs father is incarcerated for domestic violence, and is not on the birth certificate.

I would recommend you speak with Ms. Whitbeck who can give you the pros and cons of which direction you go. As she said, if you were not married,...

I have yet to find a judge not order braces be equally divided. Your money would be better served on braces than an attorney.

My girlfriend is 16 & she lives in an abusive home enviorment not so much physically but mentally

Emancipation is not an easy option. You have to show you can live on your own and support yourself. Marriage is also a ground. But like dropping...