Will I have to file another lawsuit as the Trust itself in order to maintain legal standing for the deposit?

Attorney Polani is correct. "It all depends" on what the actual powers are and whether the Trustee then acting made the deposit - and whom the...

Can a special needs trust effect me negatively after discontinuing my benefits and going back to work?

I concur. Going back to work DOES have an impact. A profound one. Sit down with an experienced Trust attorney near you to clarify your best...

ABC Trust Beneficiary Left Out of Gift Allotment When #C Trust Passed Away.

When the Grantor dies, the Power of Attorney stops immediately. As to the Trust, I'd recommend you sit down in person with an experienced Trust...

How will this trust affect my situation? I have heard that A portion of the money going into the trust can be "skimmed off"?

I'm sure there is a legal question in your mind. But what it is - is simply not there. Not sure what you're asking of the attorneys on this forum.

If it is agreed upon the children and step-mother, can we legally remove items from the house that belonged to my mother?

The personal property you mentioned is part of the Probate Estate. Contact an experienced Probate & Estate attorney for specific guidance so that...

Can I submit a notarized Affidavit of Small Estate as a legal document?

If your late father's residence and domicile was in California when he died, you can utilize the Small Estate Affidavit.

Elder care Medicaid eligibility for a trust beneficiary

The trust itself will hold much of the answer. I'd have a sit down in person meeting with an experienced Trust & Estate attorney for more...

As a beneficiary, you are entitled to a copy of the Trust and a Fiduciary Accounting. I'd take your copy of the Trust document to a Trust & Estates...

What paperwork should we have in place to allow him to get the tax break and protect our rights.Suggestions would be appreciated

I started writing a detailed answer - but then it would be duplicative. After all, Attorney Linche's answer to your question sets forth some...

How can I remove my mother as the trustee of my special needs trust?

Attorney Zelinger provided an excellent answer. I'd only add that you should work with an experienced estate attorney towards as outcome that is...