Hello, You may also want to consider some form of adult guardianship of your Mom. Following is a link that provides information. ...

Hello, If you are a named beneficiary in the Will, then whoever is the named executor has to probate the Will and administer your partner's...

Is there anything I can legally do

Hello, You can check to see if the Will was probated by going to the local probate court to obtain a copy and confirm if you were left...

Hello, Were there copies of the DPOA? If not, then there is not much that can be done. Also, the DPOA terminates upon the death of the...

Hello, Below is a link that explains the requirements for a valid Will in NY. http://statelaws.findlaw.com/new-york-law/new-york-wills-laws.html

Does anyone know of a medical negligence attorney here in Des Moines that you could refer me to ?

Hello, You may want to contact your local county bar association for attorney referrals.

What is statue of limitations in CA Texas and Louisiana propate fraud ?

Hello, Sorry for your loss. The SOL is 3 years in CA. You can look up Texas on the internet.

Do beneficiaries have a right to accurate accounting on expenses incurred by other siblings for a parent's care?

Hello, No, your rights as to your Mother's assets do not vest until your Mom's passing. While she is alive her money is to be used to insure...

Am I entitled to see the reciepts for the accounting for my trust?

Hello, As the beneficiary of the trust you are entitled to question the accounting. It is unfortunate that the trustee does not communicate...

Life Insurance / POA

Hello, Since your Mom passed the DPOA is no longer valid. Neither the executor nor the insurance company has the duty to show you the DPOA. ...