I live in Wisconsin. My husband passed away July 1, 2014. Do I need to file with probate court even though I am POA?

Hello, Sorry for your loss. Please note that the DPOA expired upon the passing of your husband and has no relevance in the administering of his...

My niece is stealing from her father who was not in his right mind when she was made executor of his estate he gets $6000.00

Hello, Do you mean agent of his Power of attorney? because an executor administers a Will. If you have a doctor's evaluation that your...

Hello, In addition, if you have standing, ask the insurance company what is their procedure to change beneficiaries. Some companies require a...

Hello, You can disclaim your interest by sending a letter to the Trustee. You should be specific as to your name, the name of the trust and...

Insolvent Estate. Do I still need to "lodge" and probate the Will?

Hello, Sorry for your loss. it is recommended that you consult with a local attorney as you may need to do a small estate probate. The...

Hello, Your Dad passed last year and his estate is going through probate and your sister is the executor? If yes, you have been summoned to...

My brother has taken all my mom's property and is opposing the appointment of an administrator. How do I proceed?

Hello, If you do not have probate counsel assisting you, it is highly recommended that you retain one or at least go for a consult as to your...

Can I take away my fathers cremation remains from someone I don't think deserves them?

Hello, Does the person who has the remains have a legal right to them? If not, it is recommended that you send a letter requesting them. If...

Mothers Estate ???????? My stepfather got conservator and guardianship over my mother .

Hello, Generally thr guardianship proceeding & probate proceeding are different matters. As to the guardianship generally he would have to do...

Mother passed away with mentally disabled son in home, can we keep the home for him?

Hello, Sorry for the loss of your Mother. Your Mom died intestate since there was no Will. I have attached a link that explains how it works...