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Am I entitled to any part of my deceased fathers settlement if stepmother doesnt want me to have it.

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

Hello, If your Dad did not have a Will, he died intestate and the state of Carolina will determine how his assets are to be distributed. I have...

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I need Legal Guardianship Form for a Disable Child After 18 years Old.

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

Hello, Unfortunately you cannot obtain guardianship by filling out a form. But fortunately there is a legal aid that can assist you for little...

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Can my mother in-law, have power of attoerny over my wife

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

Hello, The POA is valid if your wife was mentally competent when she signed the POA. If there is doubt as to her mental competency when she...

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Is there a legal way to have myself removed as a beneficiary to a Will?

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

Hello, It is recommended that you consult with a local attorney about the process to disclaim the bequest. In effect you do not accept the...

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How legal would this be

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

Hello, It is recommended that you not fill in a check for yourself without first consulting with the elderly member whose account you will be...

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Should I call the police and explain?

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

Hello, You have too many things going on to be dealt with in this forum and need immediate help from local counsel. I have attached the link to...

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If you live in Virginia and have a will but remarried and moved to West Virginia do you have to get another will?

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

Hello, Your friend does not have to get a new Will, but because of all of the changes in his life and the passage of time, it would be advisable...

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Can we make simple changes to an existing family living trust ourselves, signed off by a notary? Is this legally binding ?

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

Hello, In addition, if you do it yourself, please note at top of page that it is an Amendment -- name of the trust. Please put down if it is...

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My mother died in 2001, leaving me trustee of her revocable trust and executor of her pourover will.

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

Hello, If the property was held as joint tenants, then by operation of law, the house would belong to you. To transfer title, it is recommended...

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My dad has Alzheimer's and my mom is having health problems too. She wants to give me $40,000.00 out of their account. She's

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

Hello, This is a question for your tax advisor who knows your financial & personal situation. In addition, If it is a gift, there may be gift...

Ivette M Santaella's Answers (6836)

Am I entitled to any part of my deceased fathers settlement if stepmother doesnt want me to have it.

I need Legal Guardianship Form for a Disable Child After 18 years Old.

Can my mother in-law, have power of attoerny over my wife

Is there a legal way to have myself removed as a beneficiary to a Will?

How legal would this be

Should I call the police and explain?

If you live in Virginia and have a will but remarried and moved to West Virginia do you have to get another will?

Can we make simple changes to an existing family living trust ourselves, signed off by a notary? Is this legally binding ?

My mother died in 2001, leaving me trustee of her revocable trust and executor of her pourover will.

My dad has Alzheimer's and my mom is having health problems too. She wants to give me $40,000.00 out of their account. She's