Questions answered by Michael Leo Potter

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What can i do legally about my niece

Michael's answer | Answered on June 22, 2015

I concur. Treat her as a tenant with a month-to-month tenancy, and then give her proper Notice as required by Washington Law. You may want to get...

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Do I need a lawyer?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 22, 2015

Yes - I'd sit down right away with an Estate Planning or Probate lawyer. Having professional help available is very important at a time like this....

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My mom died a few months back.The house she was living in was left to me .She deeded it to me.But her name was also on the deed.

Michael's answer | Answered on June 22, 2015

My colleagues are correct. It depends entirely on HOW title is held - whether Joint Tenants with the Right of Survivorship or in Tenancy in...

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IN THE STATE OF NJ, DOES THE EXECUTOR HAVE THE RIGHT TO SELL ANY REMAINING ASSETS WITHOUT PERMISSION OF LIVING HEIRS.

Michael's answer | Answered on June 22, 2015

In every State the Executor of a Will has the POWER to do several things including dealing with bank accounts, investments, property, etc. However...

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Can a Family Estate be sold without signatures if taxes were owed on it?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 21, 2015

Yes. It is called a Tax Lien Sale. The buyer of the lien pays off the taxes and the property ownership passes to him or her. If you pay the back...

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Do I need a new will?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 21, 2015

It is wise to update your Estate Planning - and to include the major changes in your Plan. Sit down this week with an Estate Planning lawyer. See...

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2 executors/trustees-sisters, of Dad's will (died 4/19) I feel they have over stepped their power. what is their exact role

Michael's answer | Answered on June 19, 2015

Have your attorney file a Motion to Compel a Complete Fiduciary Accounting if you are not satisfied with how the Trustees are doing their job.

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Florida Disclaim for Distressed Trust Real Estate: Can it be done?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 19, 2015

I would concur with my colleague. This case is fact specific and if the real estate is the only asset worth anything then yes.

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Transfer of property to me by first trustee determined invalid by next trustee 4 years later, should I deed it back for free?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 19, 2015

You need the help of legal counsel. See Avvo.com under 'Find-A-Lawyer' and discuss the case with someone who will do a free initial consultaton. ...

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Should I move my home into a living trust?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 19, 2015

Steve and Tyler are both correct. A trust can be suitably customized to meet your needs and to comply with the legal requirements at the same...

Michael Leo Potter's Answers (5702)

What can i do legally about my niece

Do I need a lawyer?

My mom died a few months back.The house she was living in was left to me .She deeded it to me.But her name was also on the deed.

IN THE STATE OF NJ, DOES THE EXECUTOR HAVE THE RIGHT TO SELL ANY REMAINING ASSETS WITHOUT PERMISSION OF LIVING HEIRS.

Can a Family Estate be sold without signatures if taxes were owed on it?

Do I need a new will?

2 executors/trustees-sisters, of Dad's will (died 4/19) I feel they have over stepped their power. what is their exact role

Florida Disclaim for Distressed Trust Real Estate: Can it be done?

Transfer of property to me by first trustee determined invalid by next trustee 4 years later, should I deed it back for free?

Should I move my home into a living trust?