Questions answered by James Charles Shields

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How do I get this information? Is this public information?

James's answer | Answered on January 23, 2016

Check probate records in both Michigan and California counties in which aunt domiciled at date of death and resided in Michigan. Impossible to...

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What do you advice her to do in a situation like this? is the baby not qualified for medicaid? will this affect her status too?

James's answer | Answered on January 23, 2016

Complex crossover between immigration, medicaid, child support and children's rights. Resolution of child rights to medicaid will not affect...

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Do I file claim against the estate to collect the monetary gifts my Dad was holding for me? Or how do I go about getting paid?

James's answer | Answered on January 23, 2016

Without written agreement it will be difficult to prevail on claim against estate. Verbal agreement difficult to prove and enforce. Not...

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What papers do i need to file to gain back custody of my children

James's answer | Answered on January 23, 2016

You may file petition to terminate guardianship. If parental rights have been terminated, may also be necessary to file petition to restore...

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What can I do if my son's father took my son back to LA without my consent? Court order says child shall remain in Fresno county

James's answer | Answered on January 23, 2016

You may file RFO seeking enforcement of court order regarding custody and visitation.

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Does my mother having legal recourse? The items are antiques.

James's answer | Answered on January 23, 2016

Maybe. If division of mother's assets among you and sister was not in mother's best interest, mother can set the division aside and demand return...

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How Do We Get Dad Declared "Incapacitated " and Protect Him From a Family Member

James's answer | Answered on January 23, 2016

You may file petition to be appointed dad's conservator. As part of process, you will have opportunity to present evidence to court regarding...

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Does his son have right to claim any of brian's personal effects?. Technically who would be brian's next of kin.

James's answer | Answered on January 23, 2016

Maybe. Unclear what you mean by "signed away his parentel (sic) rights". Even if child was adopted, he may inherit from biological parent. If...

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What is the average cost for probating a will (including attorney's fees) in Fort Worth, TX, Tarrant County for a small estate?

James's answer | Answered on January 23, 2016

Impossible to answer your question. Vague reference to ""one complication" not helpful. Lack of specific information regarding value of estate...

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What legal remedy is available to a parent seeking authority to make legal decisions on behalf of an adult child?

James's answer | Answered on January 23, 2016

You may petition court to appointed as conservator of your adult child. Simply proving "established pattern" of making bad decisions will not be...

James Charles Shields's Answers (27631)

How do I get this information? Is this public information?

What do you advice her to do in a situation like this? is the baby not qualified for medicaid? will this affect her status too?

Do I file claim against the estate to collect the monetary gifts my Dad was holding for me? Or how do I go about getting paid?

What papers do i need to file to gain back custody of my children

What can I do if my son's father took my son back to LA without my consent? Court order says child shall remain in Fresno county

Does my mother having legal recourse? The items are antiques.

How Do We Get Dad Declared "Incapacitated " and Protect Him From a Family Member

Does his son have right to claim any of brian's personal effects?. Technically who would be brian's next of kin.

What is the average cost for probating a will (including attorney's fees) in Fort Worth, TX, Tarrant County for a small estate?

What legal remedy is available to a parent seeking authority to make legal decisions on behalf of an adult child?