Do I need a lawyer to file to be a power of attorney. When I am the POA am i responsible for my mom's bills from that point on?

As a POA, you merely act as an agent. It would not affect your credit unless you co-sign loans or accounts with your mother. Best meet with an...

If my husband dies and his name is the only name on the house. who gets the house? He has three children previous and I have two

The laws vary by state, but generally, spouses from a subsequent marriage will split the estate with children from a previous relationship. A will...

My mother in law was left a car in a will, she wants to give the car to us. Are probate proceedings neccessary?

This really depends on Georgia law, but either way, you want to be sure the title is transferred properly. A hour of an attorney's time would be...

Do I need a new will?

It depends on several factors. However, be advised that Arizona is a community property state, while Illinois is not. Therefore, property may be...

Can an attorney in fact under a California durable power of attorney file claim against settlers personal liability property ins

The other attorneys are correct. The estate's representative should file that claim. Keep in mind that claims on behalf of deceased persons...

Mr. Donohew is spot on. Please hire an attorney if you are unsure of anything relating to your case. Best of luck to you.

My parents had will made years ago. they have since separated. in the will upon ones death the estate went to the living parent.

I am sorry for your loss. As the other attorneys stated, this issue is very state-specific and requires the expertise of a probate attorney to...

Is there a way to oversee a trustee and his protocols on how he determines the will? I believe the trustee in my bfs grandfather

Much depends on the trustee's instructions in the trust itself. If they are to be extremely stringent, then so be it. If not, then you may be able...

Can a person still qualify for Medicaid if they were scammed out of their money?

This is truly a specialized area of law. You will want to meet with an elder law attorney in your state. Best of luck.

If my dad deeded their home to my brother, as executor of my moms estate, but estate was never probated is the deed valid?

Mr. Jones is right, but I will add that anytime you are dealing with real estate, you should have an attorney walk you through the process to make...