What is the first step I need to take to get possession of my deceased father's property and business from a child he raised

Sounds like you have a mountain to climb. The first step is to ask yourself, is there any hope to trace ownership of the assets back to your...

My dad died with hospice a few weeks ago. His wife says all accounts were jointly owned and he had no will.

Not sure exactly how to answer since your facts are vague. Does she, or doesn't she have title to all his assets? In other words, if her name is...

How do i get a power of attorney to show that it is good order

If it is possible, have a new POA document executed by the same person so that it is exactly like the current one. It is best if you have an...

Can I file an action of fraud my self in a probate case ?

It never hurts to at least try it yourself. First of all you will learn a great deal in the process. Notwithstanding the normal boiler plate...

In a will contest involving Undue Influence, what's the most current thinking on who has the burden of proof in Maryland?

Not knowing the facts of your particular situation, and having read the citations provided, it is my opinion that in Maryland: 1. Using the...

Can i get edd if i get sdi?

The likely answer is that when you receive SDI you are in essence saying to the State of California "I am indigent and have no means of earning...

The simple answer is no because you technically are not a business. Many people rent single family homes, and even buy apartment buildings and...

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Been married for 6 months...we have never lived together as man and wife ...can this marriage be annulled ?

The Delaware Statutes on Divorce and Annulment, in Section 1506 states: § 1506 Annulment. (a) The Court shall enter a decree of annulment of...

IS MY SPOUSE ENTITLED TO ANY OF ME AND MY BROTHERS INHERITANCE?

Mississippi is a state where in the case of divorce the court decides on what is the most equitable and fair division of assets. That then means...

If a client puts money in a lawyer's account and this account is a joint account of a partnership. are both lawyers liable?

Your question lacks clarity. Allow me to decipher what you might be asking. You gave a retainer to your attorney. He deposited the retainer in...