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Can my father in law legally take my recently deseased wife's car out of state with him?

Ivette's answer | Answered on July 11, 2014

Hello, Sorry for the loss of your wife. Did she leave a Will? If not, she died intestate and the state of CA will determine how her assets...

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Do i need a trust atty along with a divorce atty?

Ivette's answer | Answered on July 11, 2014

Hello, As your daughter is 20 years she is considered an adult. You may want to consult with a family lawyer, because there may not be an...

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I believe my grandmother kept what my grandfather left me for when i turned 18 in his will?

Ivette's answer | Answered on July 11, 2014

Hello, Is there a copy of your Grandfather's Will that confirms your belief? If your Grandfather's estate was probated in Contra Costa probate...

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How do you find out if there is a will after the executor dies and father died without changing it plus lawyer also died?

Ivette's answer | Answered on July 11, 2014

Hello, Did the lawyer have a partner or was he a part of a firm? If not, then maybe the NJ State Bar Association can tell you who inherited his...

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My father passed away on July fourth and I need to file his will with the probate court. Do I need an attorney to do this?

Ivette's answer | Answered on July 11, 2014

Hello, Sorry for the loss of your Father. There are set procedures that need to be followed, many forms to fill out and deadlines to meet...

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Should I approach the bank first or a retain a lawyer?

Ivette's answer | Answered on July 10, 2014

Hello, Many attorneys offer complimentary consults. You may want to talk to one before taking any action on your house to explore your options...

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Can someone get arrested for cashing in on the life insurance of someone who faked their death?

Ivette's answer | Answered on July 10, 2014

Hello, If she truly believed her husband had passed when she put in the insurance claim, it may be fine keeping in mind that the insurance...

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About a will.

Ivette's answer | Answered on July 10, 2014

Hello, Sorry for the loss of your Mom. Please note that there tribal law is a specialized area and it is recommended that you consult with a...

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My husband passed away from cancer. He was fully insured. I am receiving his medical bills in excess of $100K, am I responsible?

Ivette's answer | Answered on July 10, 2014

Hello, Sorry for your loss. Please note that your husband's estate would be responsible for any bills. The medical creditors would need to...

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Do we need an attorney as heirs to an estate put into a trust and now in probate where both the trustees are now deceased?

Ivette's answer | Answered on July 10, 2014

Hello, Without seeing the trust and what testamentary trusts were established when the grandmother died, it is difficult to provide an...

Ivette M Santaella's Answers (6836)

Can my father in law legally take my recently deseased wife's car out of state with him?

Do i need a trust atty along with a divorce atty?

I believe my grandmother kept what my grandfather left me for when i turned 18 in his will?

How do you find out if there is a will after the executor dies and father died without changing it plus lawyer also died?

My father passed away on July fourth and I need to file his will with the probate court. Do I need an attorney to do this?

Should I approach the bank first or a retain a lawyer?

Can someone get arrested for cashing in on the life insurance of someone who faked their death?

About a will.

My husband passed away from cancer. He was fully insured. I am receiving his medical bills in excess of $100K, am I responsible?

Do we need an attorney as heirs to an estate put into a trust and now in probate where both the trustees are now deceased?