I read there are new requirements in Florida for naming an agent in a power of attorney and record keeping requirements.

If your attorney is not an estate planning or elder law attorney, then you should ask him for a referral to one. Your estate and your person (most...

Don't forget to do Powers of Attorney for finances and health care. Those are even more important than a Will because they take care of you while...

Has a law been violated if a person acting under a Durable Power of Attorney provides a voided General Power of Attorney?

I don't think she can rightfully charge your inheritance with her legal fees. she might be able to charge them against the estate which would mean...

How many years does Medicaid go back for recovery of benefits paid?

They will not seize the family farm. Her gift of the farm in 2016 was very likely a divestment unless the children paid her for it. If she is out...

Send a certified letter to all the beneficiaries. Tell them you plan to do x, y, and z and that you will be paid so much per hour for doing each. ...

Why would a probate attorney tell you to charge only $1 per hour as personel representive??

Many PRs do not pay themselves. For those who do, I suggest something in the order of what they make at their normal job. It probably should not...

How do we get out of this mess?

You will need to file a quiet title action - either in probate court or circuit court. You will need an attorney to help you with this.

HHow do I find out about a trust fund that was set up for us kids when we were little we are now in our 50's and 60's and never?

You should do as much research as you can. One thing would be to look at the various states' unclaimed property websites. I believe that there...

How do I go about getting my deceased grandmother of 5 years house if it's still in her name?

You will need to explain how you would have any interest in the house. If you think you do, you need to consult with an attorney to help you...

What is a reasonable fee for an elder lawyer to rewrite a revocable to irrevocable trust

If it all works as planned (you get through the 5-year look back) then presumably she will have saved thousands of dollars for less than one month...