Michael Leo Potter's Answers (5702)

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Should my name be on the title too?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 09, 2016

I concur with my two colleagues. If you can have a discussion on this so much the better. If he does not give you joint tenancy ownership at...

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What COA do I list in my complaint for the funeral expenses incurred and what COA for the unsecured debt? Thanks

Michael's answer | Answered on March 09, 2016

Probate is by its nature slow because it has certain legal deadlines (i.e. 90 days creditor claims period). Give her a call and see what can be...

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When your fathers attorney also rep. his daughter wouldn't that be a conflict of interest?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 09, 2016

I agree. Have your attorney get a waiver and move forward. Good Luck to you.

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Does the trustee have the legal right to keep the Trust and Will info from me ?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 09, 2016

Beneficiaries of the Trust have a right to a copy of the Trust / Will. Providing it is a duty of the Trustee. Have your attorney write a demand...

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Can my daughters grandma's sister take her ashes. gma near death, my daughter only heir, sister is 87. can she just take them?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

The woman's next-of-kin may be listed as the contact but it would be good if your daughter had a conversation with her first. Good Luck.

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How do we get an attorney that we can trust and work for us?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

Sorry for your terrible loss. See Avvo.com under the link listed as 'Find-A-Lawyer'. Then interview several and see who you are most comfortable...

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Is there a better way to go about this? Can she just gift it to me? Would there be anyway it could be contested in court?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

I agree completely. It's time to go and sit down for a consultation in person with an experienced Estate Planning attorney. See Avvo.com under...

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Affidavit of Heir ship

Michael's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

It's long overdue that you go and sit down in person with an Estate Planning attorney in MS. See Avvo.com under the link 'Find-A-Lawyer'. No go...

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My questions is does it make a difference if the money dispursed as a gift or an inheritance? Is it taxable in the state of AZ

Michael's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

The money left to you. is in a Trust - and is considered a gift. But you'd be wise to see a CPA for tax advice. Good Luck.

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What can I do? Accused me of medicaid fraud, unacceptable activities, and insubordination. I had to take a few days off.

Michael's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

I concur. The best course of action is to have your attorney take the lead on advising you and helping you sort this out for a favorable outcome. ...

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