I have a Revocable Living Trust written in Ill. I reside in Fla, written by a non responsive Attny back in Chicago. Is it good?

Hello, Your Illinois trust should be valid in Florida, if it was correctly drafted in Illinois. Depending on the terms of the trust, the...

My step-mother wants to sell me her half interest in my father's house when he passes.

Hello, Did your Dad own the home before he married? If yes, it would be considered his sole property. if it is his intent to leave the home...

Hello, Generally, the person with the POA has the authority to handle a person's finances and assets while he is incapacitated. The trust...

If I decide to contest a ,trust how much money , about will a lawyer charge to see if it would be worth it.

Hello, Many attorneys provide complimentary consults. You can check on AVVO and the Michigan Bar Association for referrals.

Hello, Since your uncle died without a will, he died intestate. What this means that his estate will be distributed according to the laws of...

What is a POD?

Hello, A pay on death (POD) bank account is payable on request to •One person during their lifetime, and when that person's passes to other ...

I need to fight my deceased husband's company that I was half owner of when he died but his nephew took over and threw me a bone

Hello, Do you know if you are the executor of your husband's will? Since you cannot locate the will, then you should file probate to administer...

What do i have to do to pick up my deceased mothers jewelry from my uncles house were she lived for a month before death

Hello, Please note that the Power of Attorney expires upon the death of the person -- principal -- giving the power. If your Mom had a will,...

Whar is the advantage of having a trust besides by passing probate??

Hello, The tendency is to focus on the death benefits, but with a trust, if you are incapacitated, the trust will insure that your personal and...

My mother and sister bought a home together eight years ago. My mother put down 40K and my sister has paid the mortgage and the

Hello, Your Mom owns the home as well and if she wants you there, you should be able to stay. I hope that your Mom has a power of attorney...