Ivette M Santaella

Ivette M Santaella's Answers (6836)

San Ramon, CA

Estate planning Lawyer at San Ramon, CA

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law ... +2 more

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Can I leave my house to my kids while reserving a life estate for my boyfriend?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 10, 2015

Hello, It is recommended that you consult with a local attorney to draft a Will so that your above wishes can be observed.

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My elderly parents have designated me power of attorney to their estate. What forms do they need to sign to make this ironclad?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 10, 2015

Hello, Go the California State Bar webite: www.calbar.org - and they have copies of power of attorney forms. It would be best to have an...

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What recourse do I have if I am being threatened by my fellow trustees to withhold my disbursement.

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 10, 2015

Hello, If the trust is your Mom's then the assets still belong to her and should be used for her benefit. The successor trustees need to...

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How soon after a death should a person that is listed in a will get a copy of said will from the exec of the estate

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 10, 2015

Hello, I have attached a lin that explains probate in SC.

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Probate Admin intestacy case

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 10, 2015

Hello, I attached a link that explains probate in TX. If you have further questions, contact a local attorney.

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Did my husband work until age 70 for nothing? Will I only get survivors benefits on what he would have gotten at age 66?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 10, 2015

Hello, Your best bet is to contact your local Social Security Adminnistration to go over your specific situation to better understand how they...

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My wife of one year is 20 years old. Who is her legal guardian?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 10, 2015

Hello, I attached a link that states the age of majority in KS is 18.

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If my daughter and her husband agree to give me temporary guardianship of my granddaughter how do I make that happen?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 10, 2015

Hello, I have attached a link that explains guardianship procedure in Ut. It is recommended that you consult with a local attorney for further...

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Can I use a will instead of small estate affidavit to access bank acct of deceased?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 10, 2015

Hello, I attached a link that explains probate in Oregon. Usually when there is a Will it has to be probated. It is recommended that you...

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How do you obtain Power of Attorney over a sick parent?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 10, 2015

Hello, Since her father is unable to make decisions he cannot do a power of attorney as he does not have mental capacity. Your daughter may...

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