Can i charge a fee for self-help estate planning?

It is a misdemeanor for a non-attorney to charge clients for legal services. Preparing an estate plan is a legal service. I'm a member of the...

When we make a will or change a will each time? Do we should put "LAST" word in front of " WILLS"?

As Ms. Sinclair states "ttorney's don't sell pieces of paper; they sell services". If you aren't sure of the legal reasons for calling your...

My father passed away he has no beneficiaries on his bank account my uncle try to collect won't give any in

I'm sorry about your father's death. If your father's estate is worth $150,000 or less then you (and your siblings) can collect the bank account...

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My wife and I have two children and we want a proper estate plan/trust. We are in the US on visas and unsure of our options.

I respectfully disagree with Bob Bergman. Even though you would be considered "residents" for income tax purposes, "residency" is irrelevant for...

Do I need estate lawyer?

I agree with Mr. Green. This is yet another example of why "do it yourself" estate planning is a bad idea.

My Grandparent passed away 30 years ago and his house never went through probate. There was no will, so how to proceed now?

You definitely need a lawyer to assist you with this, as the other lawyers who answered your question said.

You can file an amended petition and list yourself as both the petitioner and also as the person being nominated to administer the estate ......

Can my overseas parent co-invest in a house

As Mr. Shultz indicates, your parents can certainly invest in a house with you - but it might result in their having to pay estate taxes in the US...

When do we need a Trust and how much shall we expect to pay (CA resident)?

If you pass away and your house isn't in trust, the executor and the attorney would each be permitted to charge approximately $31,000 as probate...

If your husband does not want to plan for you and your son, then you need to. I suggest you look into purchasing some life insurance on his life...