What forms are required, what forms need notarized to close Estate.

"It is a simple Estate, and the clerk at the court commented that my husband can close the Estate on his own." The clerks are not supposed to give...

I agree with Mr. Frederick. If you are the Trustee, you will want to make sure that his disclaimer is in writing, signed, notarized, etc. and also...

You said "All I want is for someone to tell me, or guide me as to what I am supposed to do." Well, that is why you should hire an attorney. ...

Probate lawyer issues

It sounds like he has already let you down twice. I am not sure I would give him a third chance. I can't tell you what to do, but if it were me,...

Should she take it out of the trust and Deed it to herself so that it is an excluded asset?

Medicaid planning is a complicated area of the law and you really should have an attorney look over your mother's situation in detail. He or she...

Plaintiff has not answered Interrogatories and time is up

Litigation is complex and should not be undertaken by the non-attorney. The strategy of sending interrogatories without including requests to...

Flat free vs hourly fee - hiring an attorney - for my family - for will and trust

You have brought up an excellent question. We usually charge flat fees, but only after we have met you once or twice and you have decided on an...

Will says "I give all the remainder of my property" to NAME. Does that include my home or does the home need a separate mention?

"Real property" = the home (and any other real estate you may own).

My sister, a prominent artist, bequethed to me in a holographic will her entire estate.

I am not sure what your question is. You should go through the probate process with your attorney. You will stand in the shoes of your sister as...

Grantor is incompetent co--trustee with grantor..poa and patient advocate as well Contingent beneficiaries are demanding info

In my opinion, this is a complicated and not completely settled area of the law. You should hire an attorney to advise you on this and to assist...