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My dad left an irrevocable trust w his wife executor who recently died in Mi, trust in Ca.How long should it take to hear about?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 07, 2015

I concur with Kirk. It is better to be early rather than late in this matter. You should definitely inquire of the family members and see a copy...

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Im having a hardship, my lights are about to be disconnected and my son has a trust. I asked the trust to help pay the balance

Michael's answer | Answered on April 07, 2015

The responsibility of the Trust is to benefit ONLY the beneficiary. Someone who is not a beneficiary cannot benefit from the trust.

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What responsibility does a lawyer have, if he has written up a Revocable Trust?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 07, 2015

Best to have this looked over by a Trust attorney with experience. See Avvo.Com under 'Find-A-Lawyer' and then write 'Estate Planning' and the city...

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Heir property buy out

Michael's answer | Answered on April 01, 2015

Depends on the language of the Trust's distribution provisions. I concur with my colleague that if the Trust calls for distribution then it's okay...

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Is the notary public/grantee self serving?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 01, 2015

Alan is correct. Notarizing your own signature is not okay. To be valid, a Notary must be a third party.

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How do I get the title of my deceased aunt's van put in my name?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 30, 2015

Contact a Probate attorney in your Aunt's County. See Avvo.Com under 'Find-A-Lawyer'. Good Luck.

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Trust Copy for Heir

Michael's answer | Answered on March 27, 2015

If your husband is a beneficiary, then have your attorney file a Motion to Compel a Fiduciary Accounting under California law.

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I wish to change a revocable to an irrevocable trust in Rhode Island. Is this possible and what are the legal fees

Michael's answer | Answered on March 27, 2015

Steve and John are both correct. The attorney who prepared your Revocable Trust can prepare the Irrevocable for you. Good Luck/

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What would be the legal and financial concerns for a trustee of a revocable trust

Michael's answer | Answered on March 26, 2015

See Avvo.Com under 'Find-A-Lawyer', Enter 'Estate Planning' as the Area of Practice and the name of your City and state. Good Luck.

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Has anybody wanted to prove a PAS parental alienation father against mother possibilities are checked

Michael's answer | Answered on March 26, 2015

I'm not sure this is a Question. I'd recommend consulting with an Attorney who works in Family Law. See Avvo.com under Find-A-Lawyer. Enter...

Michael Leo Potter's Answers (5702)

My dad left an irrevocable trust w his wife executor who recently died in Mi, trust in Ca.How long should it take to hear about?

Im having a hardship, my lights are about to be disconnected and my son has a trust. I asked the trust to help pay the balance

What responsibility does a lawyer have, if he has written up a Revocable Trust?

Heir property buy out

Is the notary public/grantee self serving?

How do I get the title of my deceased aunt's van put in my name?

Trust Copy for Heir

I wish to change a revocable to an irrevocable trust in Rhode Island. Is this possible and what are the legal fees

What would be the legal and financial concerns for a trustee of a revocable trust

Has anybody wanted to prove a PAS parental alienation father against mother possibilities are checked