What should we do?

This is a litigation question really, and despite your ages not an Elder Law question. I moved your category. In addition to the suggestions...

Life Estate Deed Question

This depends on the Deed. If he only owns a life estate, on his death, the property should go to you. To ease your mind, you should see an...

Revocable living trust and non-titled property

Mr. Weinstein gives typically excellent advice. I would add only that you can do this when the trust is drawn up or even later if you didn't do it...

I'm 21 years old. I am seeking temporary costody of my 10 year old sister. Her parents are not fit at this time. How do I do it?

You need to immediately file for Guardianship of your Sister. Contact: Elizabeth Rankin Powell 535 Dock St Ste 108 Tacoma, WA 98402 Office:...

Pour over wills

The rules for a Will are different than from a Trust. A will need only be witnessed in most jurisdictions. A pour over will is just a will though...

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How do I go about getting a Power of Attorney for a friend who is in a medically induced coma. His bills are starting to pile up

This is a sad reminder of why estate planning needs to be done when people are healthy and able to do it. If he cannot sign the documents, you...

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How can I get rid of the legal guardianship my parents have on me?

If you are being hit or abused, call 911 when it happens and every time it happens. I am unclear on your titles who it is you live with. You say...

My Dad is very ill and wanted to distribute his savings to us, his children. He wrote out checks with specific amounts for each.

In the absence of a Will, the property will pass by intestate succession and be divided as set out in NY statute. If there is a surviving spouse,...

What should I do if my mother has a will of me having the house and land but she didn't have a signature on the will?

Mr. Pittman gives excellent state specific advice. Probate is going to be required and your Brother will get half of the property based on this. ...

Can we use my mom's money, who lives with us, to buy another house for her new needs. She wants to give it to us to help

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