Michael Leo Potter's Answers (5702)

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Is it possible to be put back on as a trustee on my Dad's will and trust? I was removed after my brother took my Dad to lawyer

Michael's answer | Answered on April 29, 2015

If your Dad has what the law calls "Legal Capacity" he can sign and Amendment. If not you may be out of luck. But just to be safe, sit down with a...

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Husband has a 61-year old son from previous marriage that lasted 12 yrs. Husband & I have 2 sons, 37 & 39 years old.

Michael's answer | Answered on April 24, 2015

Absolutely not. You have the right to leave your Estate to whomever you wish. See Avvo.com under 'Find-A-Lawyer'. Good Luck.

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Have lived with/taken care of gay partner 15+ years - his alcoholism has him close to death; am I entitled to any of his estate?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 24, 2015

My colleagues are correct. If your partner includes you in his Estate Plan (will or trust) then you clearly have a right. See Avvo.Com under...

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How to make a Living Will & a residence Quit Claims Deed?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 22, 2015

This is TOO IMPORTANT to do as a do-it-yourself project. See Avvo.Com under 'Find-A-Lawyer' then enter 'Estate Planning' and your city and state....

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House in life estate deed in 2010. applying for Medicaid in MS now. house protected?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 22, 2015

My colleagues have hit the nail on the head. It matters as to WHEN the transfer was made. You may want to sit down with an Elder Law attorney for a...

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I made a disclaimer on a trust and an inheritance in NJ. I was in line to get half the estate. I had already received

Michael's answer | Answered on April 22, 2015

Take your paperwork with you and sit down with an Estate Planning attorney to discuss the specifics. See Avvo.Com under Find-A-Lawyer. Good Luck.

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I would like help with applying for MEDICAID

Michael's answer | Answered on April 22, 2015

First you should sit down with an Elder Law attorney in your State. The rules are strict & complicated to avoid penalties and disqualification. See...

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Do you know any attorneys who can act as trustee for IRA accounts which buy, hold and sell real properties, tax liens and deeds?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 22, 2015

An internet search for IRA Custodians will bring up the names of several fiduciaries that can help you. See also Avvo.Com under 'Find-A-Lawyer' and...

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“I want to do a beneficiary deed for my house to go to my wife but which box do I check the null and void if she predeceases me

Michael's answer | Answered on April 22, 2015

Best bet: sit down for a Consultation with an Estate Planning attorney. Many do them free to see if you want to use them. You should get them to...

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Can a trustee lie about a persons grandmothers' death? to other grandchildren if they aren't the official beneficiaries?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 20, 2015

Time to sit down in person with an Estate Planning attorney. See Avvo.com under 'Find=A-Lawyer'.

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