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Do my father's gown step-children have rights to his estate? He has a trust leaving everything to my children.

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 31, 2013

Hello, In general, unless he left something in writing in either his will or trust bequeathing them something, the answer would be no. Since...

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Insurance for trustee of revocable living trust

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 30, 2013

Hello, I would recommend contacting your insurance broker and inquiring about errors and omissions insurance coverage for a fiduciary. You may...

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Do I need a attorney?My mom is in Canada her sister is taking advantage of her,my mom is in a nursing home in Canada what disg

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 30, 2013

Hello, You may want to contact the equivalent of Adult Protective Services in Canada called the Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder...

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What would the process of transferring guardianship of a 15yo from a mother in Hawaii to an aunt in San Diego be?

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 28, 2013

Hello, What is the purpose of the guardianship? Please note that there are various types of guardianships . For example: -- Guardianship...

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How can I get the hospital to take legal guardianship of my 87 year old mother?

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 28, 2013

Hello, I am so sorry to hear about your difficulties. Please contact: Legal Aid 190 Lee Blvd Lehigh Acres, Florida (239) 368-1489 They...

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I'm a guardian at litem for my brother who is incompetent. I have agreed to settlement in a civil case. Court approval needed?

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 27, 2013

Hello, In addition to the other attorney's response, in general and depending on your situation, either a Petition to Approve Compromise of...

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How can I obtain guardianship/conservatorship of my elder mom in CA and I live in FL?

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 27, 2013

Hello, First, did you check to see if your Mom has a trust, durable power of attorney or health care directive? If yes, and you are named as...

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Life Estate Rental- my brother has life estate,my sister and I are remaindermen. He is threatening to rent the house.

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 27, 2013

Hello, A life tenancy gives the life tenant the right to possession, rents, and profits from the real property. A remainderman has an ownership...

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I have a piece of property in Mexico and I want my mother to sell it for me. Will I need to get a power of attorney from Mexico?

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 25, 2013

Hello, You would want to give your Mom, who is based Mexico, & where the land is located, a limited power of attorney. Limited powers of...

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A California process server left a card on my door says"XXXX, please contact Me as soon as possible. RE. probate funds".

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 25, 2013

Hello, A process server is suppose to give formal notice to another party in a lawsuit of any paperwork -- summons & complaint -- filed with a...

Ivette M Santaella's Answers (6836)

Do my father's gown step-children have rights to his estate? He has a trust leaving everything to my children.

Insurance for trustee of revocable living trust

Do I need a attorney?My mom is in Canada her sister is taking advantage of her,my mom is in a nursing home in Canada what disg

What would the process of transferring guardianship of a 15yo from a mother in Hawaii to an aunt in San Diego be?

How can I get the hospital to take legal guardianship of my 87 year old mother?

I'm a guardian at litem for my brother who is incompetent. I have agreed to settlement in a civil case. Court approval needed?

How can I obtain guardianship/conservatorship of my elder mom in CA and I live in FL?

Life Estate Rental- my brother has life estate,my sister and I are remaindermen. He is threatening to rent the house.

I have a piece of property in Mexico and I want my mother to sell it for me. Will I need to get a power of attorney from Mexico?

A California process server left a card on my door says"XXXX, please contact Me as soon as possible. RE. probate funds".