An engagement ring would be considered a gift from him to you and, as such, would not be included in the estate. I'm very sorry for your loss.

Who is legally responsible to insure my son, me (I live in Maine) or his father, who he legally resides with in New Hampshire?

Unless you signed an agreement stating otherwise, no one is legally obligated to pay for your son's car insurance except for your son; however, if...

In Maine, your will must be in writing, signed by the testator (that's you), and signed by at least two witnesses. With a form will, it is...

How do I get a court order o protect family wishes in previous wills that has been broken

This sounds more like a theft issue. If your grandmother and aunt are both deceased, and left you and your sister these heirlooms in their wills,...

Gift Letters putting houses in wife's name is it considered marital property in divorce?

If one spouse transfers assets to another in order to fund a tax exemption, that transfer could well become a gift and have the unintended result...

Can a child choose a parent to live with if becoming emancipated in the state of Maine.

Emancipation frees a minor from the control of his parents, meaning he will not be subject to any rules that his father sets out. This is a legal...

What are my legal rights as a legal heir for my father financially and medically in the state of maine.

I believe the original poster is indicating that her father is alive, but may be susceptible to undue influence from the step-sister(s). If...

Wife and I are77 and 87 no dependents. Each has will leaving everything to other. What must she do if I predecease her?

Your wife will need to contact the Social Security Administration and the Federal Employee Retirement System about survivor benefits. Your will...