I am collecting ssi and wanna know if I can collect ssd and work

Your are entitled to only very limited earnings while on either SSI or SSDI. There is also a very new program called ABLE: Achieving a Better...

What is the age limit for witnesses in probate cases? Can my 13 year old son be a witness?

Children often testify in court, but only after a judge has determined the child is capable of giving testimony. Most children age 13 would be...

What are my options to get guardianship of my 9 yr old niece that lives with me

It would depend upon a number of factors including whether or not the father is available and willing to support the child since it seems the...

Generally speaking, yes. However, I caution you against trying to do it yourself as there may still be unanticipated legal issues that a DIY...

Can an LPS Conservator change beneficiary names on Conservatee's bank account prior to Conservatee's death?

While the conservator may have control over the funds in the account, he/she cannot change the name of the beneficiary. Why do you think the...

Your biggest concern should be in finding an attorney well qualified and experienced in drafting special needs trust. They are very complicated...

Can I put NO on a State of California application for Correctional Officer if my DUIs were dismissed by Superior Court Judge?

I am assuming that the 2010 court proceeding resulted in an expungement of the 3 prior DUI's which, typically, you would not then have to disclose...

Estate Home Sale - Common Oversight OR Huge Professional Blunder?

Your attorney should fix this problem. Send the attorney a letter explaining the situation and send it USPS Certified Mail, Return Receipt...

Pursuing guardianship of elderly mom with alzheimers (mentally incompetent). Should I pursue Conservatorship too?

Typically, you want to avoid conservatorships as they are very expensive and intrusive, particularly when there might be less invasive ways to take...

Will the county clerk's office verify the information on a marriage license, specifically the last name given at birth portion?

I would not recommend doing what you suggest as other governmental agencies (Social Security Admin, DMV, etc) may not honor the name change and...