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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I need help filling out temporary guardianship paperwork of a minor in Lake County Oh

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 04, 2015

Hello, I attached a link to Ohio Legal Aid. If they cannot help hopefully they can refer you to another group that can. Good luck.

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If you want to change a wilI I heard you will need two witness? Does it matter if the two witnesses will benifit from the

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

Hello, I have attached the relevant probate code that states that 2 witnesses who are not beneficiaries or family members should witness the Will.

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Who would file in small claims court?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

Hello, Whoever hired the lawyer has standing to sue in court.

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Do I have to file a "small estate affidavit" with the courts in the state of Virginia?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

Hello, I attached a link that explains the Small Estate Affidavit process in VA. If you have further questions, please contact a local attorney.

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In California can a person with guardianship of a minor give guardianship to someone else without the parents consent

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

Hello, To clarify, you signed guardianship of your daughter to your aunt without going to court? If this is correct, depending on the terms you...

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I am trustee for my own trust, in my maiden name. Do I have to address it separately in a will?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

Hello, I attached a link that explains NM estate planning. If you have further questions, it is recommended that you consult with a local...

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Durable Power of Attorney

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

Hello, I attached a link from the KS State Bar that explains DPOAs. If you have further questions, contact a local attorney.

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Do I need to keep the lawyers I have for my fathers estate to make deals with the creditors or can I do it myself?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

Hello, There is no legal requirement for an attorney to do this for you, though you would be better served working with an attorney -- it is...

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My father passed away two years ago. He owned property in West Virginia and Ohio that is subject to probate.

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

Hello, If you are beneficiary and the probate is still open you may have recourse with the probate court. It is recommended that you consult...

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Is a Florida living will accepted in NJ?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

Hello, If the Living Will was prepared pursuant to FL law, most other jurisdictions accept them. Enjoy the Jersey Shore!

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