Questions answered by Eric Jerome Gold

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Can you get an inheritance paid in installments rather than all at once

Eric's answer | Answered on January 08, 2013

To respond thoughtfully to your question, a lot more information is needed. Your best bet is to consult with a local probate attorney.

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Oregon attnys ONLY...need to understand "persons of the half blood are the same as persons of the whole blood".

Eric's answer | Answered on January 08, 2013

I concur with my colleagues on this one. I'm sorry that it is not what you wanted to hear.

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My mother passed and im the oldest can i be legal guardian to my little brothers and sister?

Eric's answer | Answered on January 08, 2013

The answer is a qualified yes, in that there is a laundry list of requirements that you must satisfy. You should immediately consult with a...

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Medicaid - What to do with auto?

Eric's answer | Answered on January 08, 2013

I agree with Attorney Frederick that consulting with a NY elder law attorney would be a prudent course of action. Each state administers its own...

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Can I do a conservatorship for an elderly parent without a lawyer

Eric's answer | Answered on January 08, 2013

If you are currently represented by counsel, it sounds as though it is time for you to have an open and frank conversation with your attorney about...

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My late mothers lawyer is also the executor of her will and trusts. What rights do I have. I want to control my own destiny .

Eric's answer | Answered on January 08, 2013

I agree with Attorney Pippen. so long as the attorney is acting in a reasonable manner, there isn't much to be concerned with. If the attorney is...

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Should I trust a person who claims to be a lawyer but they only gave me thier cell number?

Eric's answer | Answered on January 08, 2013

I agree with my colleague. You need to exercise caution. Confirm the person's identify and licensing status with the Florida State Bar.

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My gparents&Dad died within 3months of eachother i was left as an Heir/beneficiary w a living trust over 20 yrs

Eric's answer | Answered on January 08, 2013

There is no way to provide you with a clear cut answer based on your statement. Your next step needs to be to contact a local probate attorney for...

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My dad passed over 7 years ago in iowa. i am an heir and the executor of the will. there is $3500 left. can i give it to myself?

Eric's answer | Answered on January 08, 2013

You mentioned that you have counsel. You should be directing this question to your lawyer, as the attorney should have all of the necessary and...

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How do I keep my sister from taking valueble things from my dead mothers house?

Eric's answer | Answered on January 08, 2013

Your first step should be consulting with a local probate attorney, then having a petition filed to probate the estate and have someone appointed...

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Can you get an inheritance paid in installments rather than all at once

Oregon attnys ONLY...need to understand "persons of the half blood are the same as persons of the whole blood".

My mother passed and im the oldest can i be legal guardian to my little brothers and sister?

Medicaid - What to do with auto?

Can I do a conservatorship for an elderly parent without a lawyer

My late mothers lawyer is also the executor of her will and trusts. What rights do I have. I want to control my own destiny .

Should I trust a person who claims to be a lawyer but they only gave me thier cell number?

My gparents&Dad died within 3months of eachother i was left as an Heir/beneficiary w a living trust over 20 yrs

My dad passed over 7 years ago in iowa. i am an heir and the executor of the will. there is $3500 left. can i give it to myself?

How do I keep my sister from taking valueble things from my dead mothers house?