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Do I need a probate attorney? How can I get a Power of Attorney after a person has passed away? (Doesn't seem possible).
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Answered on July 23, 2009
In short, a power of attorney is not what you need. A power of attorney ceases to have any authority after the Principal (the person creating the...
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Our father had a will, everything was to be split three ways between myself and two sisters. Two annuity named me beneficiary.
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Answered on July 23, 2009
It is correct that the beneficiary designation, which is a contract, is superior to a Will. The terms of the Will have no impact on the annuity...
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Can a trustee legally keep from dispursing funds due at a certain time, as listed in a will.
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Answered on July 23, 2009
To answer your first question, the terms of the will are crucial in determining whether the Trustee may hold the funds. Your son should hire a...
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I have a friend that was left money in a trust fund from his grandparents.
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Answered on July 23, 2009
Your friend should ask for an accounting of the Trust from the Trustee. As a beneficiary, your friend has the right to ask for an account of how...
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How can I get a new tax number for my mom's estate?
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Answered on July 23, 2009
Yes, the IRS can probably help you. Below is a link to the IRS website and the phone number you can call to recover the Employer Identification...
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My husband and I just got our wills completed. Do they need to be filed at the court house to be legal? We live in Maryland.
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Answered on July 23, 2009
Congratulations on getting your estate plan in order. That is an important step.
It is not necessary to file your wills at the court house in...
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How can I find legal help with my mom's estate (free or sliding scale) since she didn't leave a will?
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Answered on July 23, 2009
First off, if you are low-income and are financially unable to hire an attorney, then you may be able to get assistance at Maryland Legal Aid. You...
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Am I entitled to any proceeds from the sale of my father and stepmothers home?
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Answered on July 22, 2009
This is a classic case where children of the first marriage are "disinherited" when a parent remarries. A prenuptial agreement and/or good estate...
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Am I entitled to any proceeds from the sale of my father and stepmothers home?
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Answered on July 22, 2009
This is a classic case where children of the first marriage are "disinherited" when a parent remarries. A prenuptial agreement and/or good estate...
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Time requirements for sale of property required by trust prior to distribution?
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Answered on July 21, 2009
Generally speaking, the executor has the thankless job of winding up affairs. State laws vary, but generally if there is authority to sell, there...
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