Would a family trust be better off initiating probate if either of the following situations develop?

I strongly suggest you go SEE an expienced trust and probate attorney in NY. Sometimes a simple "lawyer's letter" to all concern can focus them...

What do i need to do to get power of attorney over my father? How much does it cost?

To "get" a POA costs almost nothing. The ISSUE is whether your father has the "legal capacity" to sign such a document. You'll probably need a...

How can I set up my trust fund if I still have some home equity loan balance to pay off?

You are assuming transfer of title into a trust somehow cancels your loan--as if there is a "due on sale" or "due on transfer" trigger in your...

My mothers death certificate shows she was as married at the time of her death. She wasn't, what do I have to do to change it?

Provide proof to the Coroner's Office that she was not married and request they change the death certificate. Good Luck, Greg J.

We want to contest a will for undue influence among other reasons. Will a lawyer take this on a contingency?

Like most legal answers, is DEPENDS, on many things. You need to go see an experienced probate litigator in the county where the Will was filed. ...

Can a quitclaim deed be successfully probated?

Assuming the quit claim deed was recorded, it is likely valid. I suggest you see a title insurance company to "check" the validity of the quit...

Does my aunt need to sign a power of attorney?

Yes but check with the Social Security Office and use their form. Good Luck, Greg J

Suggest you go see an Elder Law attorney near where they live. Good luck, Greg J.

Is it a possibility to transfer the title of my parents' mobile home to one of children to prevent Medicaid from placing a lien?

Yes there is: called a Medicaid Trust. It is VERY important you use an elder law attorney to do such a trust, or it won't work. The state can...

Can a testator designate a legal guardian for a minor in his will, without the designated person's knowledge or consent?

Anyone can designate anyone for anything in a Will (guardianship included) but that does NOT bind the person nominated to do anything. They can...