Questions answered by Michael Leo Potter

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Can I sue a business that lies to family court and makes a false W2?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 14, 2013

For you personally to sue would be saying YOU have been wronged. From the facts, that doesn't seem to be the case. However, you can certainly...

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If I wanted to leave everything in my will to my 17 year old daughter could I do it legally?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 14, 2013

A trust certainly makes better sense, and you could include a provision that she doesn't receive it until she attains certain ages (i.e. X percent...

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What should I do with my LinkedIn and Facebook customer and colleague connections when moving to a competitor?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 14, 2013

Look first to the terms and conditions of the Employment Contract you have now (before moving). If there are no restrictions and you are not under...

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Can my Mothers vehicle be reclaimed in order to pay Medicaid benefits paid to nursing home if the vehicle is put in my name.

Michael's answer | Answered on April 14, 2013

Medicaid retains a Five Year Look-Back. Sit down right away with a competent Elder Law attorney. See Avvo.Com under Find-A-Lawyer. Good Luck!

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Defamation of Character; Harassment

Michael's answer | Answered on April 14, 2013

You need to speak to a Litigation Attorney. See Avvo.Com under Find-A-Lawyer. Good Luck!

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What are the options for changing or converting a special needs trust?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 14, 2013

Be very careful, lest your actions lead to a loss of disability benefits. Seek counsel from an Estate Planning attorney who does Special Needs...

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My deceased father is inheriting money . I am his trustee. How should the check be made out so it can be deposited?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 14, 2013

Have the check made out to the legal name of the Trust. Then, as trustee, deposit it into the account owned by the Trust. Good Luck !

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I want to invest in a small business in another country but can i get partnership rights if we're in different counties?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 14, 2013

See Avvo.Com under Find-A-Lawyer and look for an International Law or a Business Law attorney. Good Luck!

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Have a family limited partnership in Wyoming. My husband and I are the general Partners. He owns 1% capital and I own 1% capital

Michael's answer | Answered on April 14, 2013

You reside in California - a Community Property state. You are your late husband's next-of-kin. In addition, his Will or your Living Trust may...

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I bought a building that I'm turning into a store. How should the set up be to protect myself and building?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 14, 2013

I often work with real estate investors. My thoughts: if you are going to renovate ('fix') and re-sell ('flip') the property, you might want to go...

Michael Leo Potter's Answers (5702)

Can I sue a business that lies to family court and makes a false W2?

If I wanted to leave everything in my will to my 17 year old daughter could I do it legally?

What should I do with my LinkedIn and Facebook customer and colleague connections when moving to a competitor?

Can my Mothers vehicle be reclaimed in order to pay Medicaid benefits paid to nursing home if the vehicle is put in my name.

Defamation of Character; Harassment

What are the options for changing or converting a special needs trust?

My deceased father is inheriting money . I am his trustee. How should the check be made out so it can be deposited?

I want to invest in a small business in another country but can i get partnership rights if we're in different counties?

Have a family limited partnership in Wyoming. My husband and I are the general Partners. He owns 1% capital and I own 1% capital

I bought a building that I'm turning into a store. How should the set up be to protect myself and building?