What does a probate/fiduciary bond price depend on?

The executor pays the bond, out of estate funds. It's based on the value of the property. It's a type of insurance. The bonding company I use...

How can I protect myself from an allegation of elder abuse (against my Mom) from my brother?

First, I doubt that you need to worry about being hauled off by the authorities. In most cases APS is checking on two things: (1) Is your mom...

Does a court appointed attorney in a Conservatorship case have to respond to the Conservator about probate notes?

Also, you have to file answers with the court for them to be on the record and read by the judge. Emailing anyone doesn't count.

What happens if my legal guardian passed away?

In general, a ward doesn't have rights to inherit from their guardian. The exception is if the guardian would have adopted you if you had been free...

Will - NOT SIGNED/NOTORIZED!

As others have said, they can file the amended will with the court. They will need evidence that your Mom intended to sign that will. You or anyone...

My sister and brother in law have dual Power of Attorney over our mother's finances. Additionally,

It sounds like your sister and brother-in-law are focused on preserving your sister's future inheritance. Unfortunately, a power of attorney can't...

Do the witnesses have to be present at the notarization to make an amendment to the will valid?

Upon your divorce, he was removed by operation of law. But if you want to be sure, and name a new executor and a successor to that one, an...

In most cases a copy (with signatures and notary stamp) should be adequate. It helps a great deal if the power of attorney itself says that a copy...

Is mail theft a Federal Crime?

I doubt that the government will get involved in what family does with mail. Your sister's POA may well be in effect. Very few (none that I have...

My freind needs an attorney for family law and im wondering can i represent her if she gives me limited power of attorney

No. A "power of attorney" has nothing to do with acting as an actual attorney. She will need to represent herself, or she will need to hire an...