Whether you will owe estate tax in Washington depends on the total size of your estate. If the total estate is over $2.198 (Washington and...

How can I become my daughter's medical and financial poa?

If your daughter can understand what a power of attorney is and the consequences of granting someone powers over her finances and health care, she...

Elder law - handling my Father-In-Law's finances - please advise.

Qualifying for Medicaid Long Term Care services is complicated...particularly if you father in law is contributing to your household costs. ...

It is possible that the Department of Licensing will transfer the title of an automobile to a person named in a will with only proof of the owner's...

How or is it legal to be written out of a living trust by surviving parent.

This depends on the terms of the Trust. Many living trusts become irrevocable (no one can amend the substantive terms of the trust) after the...

I agree with the other attorneys who have replied, but I would add that if your mother does not have the capacity to execute a POA, you may be...

POA authority

I completely agree with Mr. Davis. I would add, however, that if your mom's dementia has progressed to the point where she can no longer revoke...

You should report your brother's actions to Adult Protective Services (or the California equivalent). You can also consider starting a...

Must a Washington State Special Needs Trust be dissolved in court if there is no payback provision to the state in it?

You should consult with an attorney familiar with medicaid law. Typically, this would include attorneys who specialize in Elder Law or Disability...

Can I sell my parents estate without approval of nephews??

When someone dies without a will, state law will set out how the estate will be divided. Generally, in order to sell real property for someone who...