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I'm thinking a DPOA is what I would need to get for my sister. She makes stupid mistakes with her money & I want to protect her.

Eric's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

I agree with my colleagues that a power of attorney is not the proper solution here. Given the nature of the trust you and your sister share, an...

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My mother has Dementia, Her doctor recommends that I start the process of DPOA or ? There is no Trust or Will.

Eric's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

I agree that your mother's capacity is the determining factor at this point. If she maintains capacity, she should have a comprehensive estate...

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Revocable and Irrevocable trust meaning

Eric's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

My colleagues are correct. I would only add that the assistance of a tax attorney or CPA is always beneficial.

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My mom had a CD Account holder says Kay e. Graves LTRT UAD 01/02/04 under that it says Kay E . Graves TTEE ,

Eric's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

I agree that from your presentation, it looks to be part of your mother's trust. As for whether you are entitled to it, you need to look to the...

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Can a revocable trust pay income taxes as a trust instead of beneficiary (and grantor) needing to claim on individual return?

Eric's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

My colleagues have provided good advice on this issue. You need to look to the language of the trust as it related to distributions. If you don't...

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Property ownership after death.

Eric's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

I agree with Attorney Cook regarding the likely distribution of the property. However, if the property is in NC and you father lived in SC, an...

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WE G OT SETTLEMENT FROM LAWSUIT AND MY BROTHER PLANS TO ESTABLISH TRUST FUND UNDER MY NAME. CAN HE RESTRICT AMOUNT OF MONEY?

Eric's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

We need additional information to be able to provided you a thoughtful analysis. What is the settlement for? Are you an adult or a minor? Why...

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I did the determination inter for EDD in CA but haven't heard. It has been 2 weeks. How will I know if I can get benefit?

Eric's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

Attorney Spencer has provided you with good advice. Although the "wait and see" approach isn't desirable, it's likely your best bet, unless you...

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Is it legal for a consigner to pull an item off from an auction after it has already been bid on?

Eric's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

I agree with Attorney Jacobson.

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How to get court order to take truck for the second time

Eric's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

Depending on the amount in question, you are correct that you need to take this action to your local small claims court. Los Angeles Superior...

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I'm thinking a DPOA is what I would need to get for my sister. She makes stupid mistakes with her money & I want to protect her.

My mother has Dementia, Her doctor recommends that I start the process of DPOA or ? There is no Trust or Will.

Revocable and Irrevocable trust meaning

My mom had a CD Account holder says Kay e. Graves LTRT UAD 01/02/04 under that it says Kay E . Graves TTEE ,

Can a revocable trust pay income taxes as a trust instead of beneficiary (and grantor) needing to claim on individual return?

Property ownership after death.

WE G OT SETTLEMENT FROM LAWSUIT AND MY BROTHER PLANS TO ESTABLISH TRUST FUND UNDER MY NAME. CAN HE RESTRICT AMOUNT OF MONEY?

I did the determination inter for EDD in CA but haven't heard. It has been 2 weeks. How will I know if I can get benefit?

Is it legal for a consigner to pull an item off from an auction after it has already been bid on?

How to get court order to take truck for the second time