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I am wanting to move my grandmother whom is deemed not competent to FL

Michael's answer | Answered on June 15, 2015

I agree. Unless you have been appointed as her Guardian / Conservator you don't have legal say in the matter. If you petition the Court to change...

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What is the reasonable rate of compensation for a conservator in Phoenix, AZ?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 15, 2015

Reasonable is the term most states use in their Legislation about this subject. It varies with the jurisdiction and the time required to fulfill...

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Which POA is valid, ? I got one for mom then my brother got one

Michael's answer | Answered on June 15, 2015

The person who granted the POA - was it your Mom or your Brother or You??? Not sure which one you are talking about. All Powers of Attorney are...

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My mother passed away about 6 weeks ago and she left a lot in her will and estate plan

Michael's answer | Answered on June 15, 2015

I concur with my colleagues. Get an Attorney now to preserve your rights under the Trust.

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Can Power of Attorney autherazation take over a TOD .

Michael's answer | Answered on June 15, 2015

If there is a Trust, then the Trustee has all the power necessary. That is probably you. However it would be wise to sit down with an Estate...

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Do step-children have a right to things if all was acquired together in after married if a spouse dies with no will?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 15, 2015

Very confusing compound question. Assuming you acquired all assets after the date of marriage and it is jointly owned, then you continue to own it...

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I just put in a question about making up a will.

Michael's answer | Answered on June 15, 2015

Estate Planning is WAY too important to be a do-it-yourself project. Definitely get an Estate Planning attorney to set up your Estate for you so...

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I want to add my stepfather's name to mine. What do I need from my stepfather to proceed? Can I do on my own or with a lawyer?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 15, 2015

You can file a petition with the Court for a Change of Name. See Avvo.com under ;Find a Lawyer and then look under Family Law or Estate Planning. ...

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Can someone tell me what a lawyer who deals with a deceased person's property that the surviving children are fighting over?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 15, 2015

Time to sit down with an Estate Planning attorney to sort out the best way forward for the sake of your Mom and the fulfillment of HER wishes. See...

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I am the legal power of attorney over my mother.Do I,, as power of attorney have the legal right to change my mothers will

Michael's answer | Answered on June 15, 2015

Since your Mom is alive it would be best if SHE changed her Will - if that is her wish. Her will is the legal expression of her wishes, not yours....

Michael Leo Potter's Answers (5702)

I am wanting to move my grandmother whom is deemed not competent to FL

What is the reasonable rate of compensation for a conservator in Phoenix, AZ?

Which POA is valid, ? I got one for mom then my brother got one

My mother passed away about 6 weeks ago and she left a lot in her will and estate plan

Can Power of Attorney autherazation take over a TOD .

Do step-children have a right to things if all was acquired together in after married if a spouse dies with no will?

I just put in a question about making up a will.

I want to add my stepfather's name to mine. What do I need from my stepfather to proceed? Can I do on my own or with a lawyer?

Can someone tell me what a lawyer who deals with a deceased person's property that the surviving children are fighting over?

I am the legal power of attorney over my mother.Do I,, as power of attorney have the legal right to change my mothers will