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As Beneficiary if, I Contest How the Successor / Executor is handling matters will I be Disinherited?

Ivette's answer | Answered on March 07, 2016

Hello, As a beneficiary of your parents' original trust, you are entitled to an annual accounting. If your brother, who is the Successor...

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Do I need to get Power of attorney attested from Indian embassy/consulate or if I get attested from public notary it is fine?

Ivette's answer | Answered on March 07, 2016

Hello, If you are the principal giving the power of attorney to another, the DPOA would be signed and notarized where you are. Whether it will...

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What can i do if will doesnt say what parent talked about? Are 1/2 brothers entitled to estate when we have same mom different d

Ivette's answer | Answered on March 07, 2016

Hello, If you have solid, signed and witnessed evidence to counter the Will, then the existing Will shall prevail.

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What should my husband do pretaining to the will it seems funny that no one has contacted him and he is listed on the will

Ivette's answer | Answered on March 07, 2016

Hello, I attachéd a link that explains the probate process in NY. If you need further assistance it is recommended that you consult a local...

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What is required in trust litigation? What is the timeline?

Ivette's answer | Answered on March 03, 2016

Hello, As a beneficiary you should have received a yearly accounting. It is recommended that you consult with a local attorney to explore...

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Is this Medicaid fraud and should I report it? Also what legal protections or actions should I consider to protect myself?

Ivette's answer | Answered on March 03, 2016

Hello, It is recommended that you consult with the state Medicaid authority and a local attorney.

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Need to make a power of attorney and have it sealed by county clerk. What is the step by step process to do it right?

Ivette's answer | Answered on March 02, 2016

Hello, I attachéd a link from the AZ court that explains the DPOA process. If you have further questions, it is recommended that you consult...

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Is my son considered a grandchild?

Ivette's answer | Answered on March 02, 2016

Hello, Not as a grandchild, but if you are not available to inherit, there may be terms in the trust that provide for your descendants to...

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What type of lawyer would i need and should i be worried?

Ivette's answer | Answered on March 02, 2016

Hello, It is recommended that you consult with a local attorney. AVVO or your local county bar association can provide attorney referrals.

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Can I have the estate lawyer removed since I have explained to him my aunt was stealing from my grandfather while she was poa.

Ivette's answer | Answered on March 02, 2016

Hello, To clarify, your aunt and mother are either successor co-trustees or executors, depending on whether there is a trust or will. They...

Ivette M Santaella's Answers (6836)

As Beneficiary if, I Contest How the Successor / Executor is handling matters will I be Disinherited?

Do I need to get Power of attorney attested from Indian embassy/consulate or if I get attested from public notary it is fine?

What can i do if will doesnt say what parent talked about? Are 1/2 brothers entitled to estate when we have same mom different d

What should my husband do pretaining to the will it seems funny that no one has contacted him and he is listed on the will

What is required in trust litigation? What is the timeline?

Is this Medicaid fraud and should I report it? Also what legal protections or actions should I consider to protect myself?

Need to make a power of attorney and have it sealed by county clerk. What is the step by step process to do it right?

Is my son considered a grandchild?

What type of lawyer would i need and should i be worried?

Can I have the estate lawyer removed since I have explained to him my aunt was stealing from my grandfather while she was poa.