What should I petition the court for when my spouse dies intestate and leaves the home 100% to me? PROBATE OF WILL AND LETTERS

Hello, If you and your husband held title to the house as joint tenants or tenants by the entirety, then by operation of law, the house goes to...

Need an attorney in san antonio that can help with keeping my sister from getting guardianship of my disabled brother. Dont hav

Hello, AVVO or your local county bar association can provide attorney referrals.

Can a cousin by blood not named in the estate plan be able to claim something from the estate?

Hello, If Jack has solid proof that Dave was unduly influenced or forced to change his estate plan, then the former employee will take. There...

What legal recourse do I have ,I have a will that says I can have the house but it's not notarized signed by two witnesses

Hello, If the codicil -- addition to the Will --- was not witnessed , then it has no validity.

What is probate?

Hello, I have attached a link from the Ohio Bar Association that explains the probate process. ...

Hello, As successor trustee you can file the petition on your own, but to insure that it is done correctly it is recommended that you retain a...

What should I do, I am a kin if next in my dad's asbestos case and can't get clear answers in when a settlement should occur

Hello, These settlements take time. If you get no response, you may want to contact the lawyer handling the case for the people suing the...

Can I change my mind if I signed a paper allowing my sister to keep our father's vehichle

Hello, Since your sister has not yet paid you, you can tell the lawyer you changed your mind. Or you can ask your sister to give the lawyer the...

If I were to pass away I would want some of my cash assets go to a minor child. Would a trust need to be created?

Hello, The money should be left in a trust to be set up after your passing for the benefit of the minor until she reaches the age of majority. ...

Hello, No it will not disqualify your brother if he is out of bankruptcy. It appears that your Mom had faith in him to appoint him as her...