In Massachusetts, is there any law stopping me from putting up a headstone and burying my deceased mother in my own back yard?

You would want to be sure that you have local (county and city) approval, but I have attached a state code provision dealing with burying family...

Do I have to list my deceased father's home, that was mortgaged, on a small estate affidavit if it passed to myself as an heir?

I am sorry for your loss. You really should consult with a North Carolina (if that's where your father was living before he died) Probate attorney,...

How long does it take to get your name changed over from parents property to yours as only child in probate cases from death

I am sorry for your loss. You may not need to change it into your wife's name if it is part of the probate estate. The probate administrator would...

I need a lawyer so I can take over all my mother affairs including her health.

If your mother has already lost her memory, it may be too late for her to sign a valid power of attorney. Court-appointed conservatorship may be...

I am not on any asset which my husband owns. If he dies before me, can i still live in the house?

Your state laws may vary, but generally (assuming no tax liens, other liens, mortgages, etc.), spouses retain a right to live in a deceased...

How to get the name of the lawyer on and a copy of my fathers living trust?

I am sorry for your loss. Have you checked with a family member or friend that would have likely initiated the probate proceedings in MO? If not, a...

I want to know whether it's a good idea to hire a new lawyer to sue my current lawyer to get my money back and transfer my case.

You have a few options. One is to report the attorney to your state bar ethics committee. Another option is to hire an attorney that specializes in...

Have you spoken with the nursing home staff? They often have their own DNR protocol in place, and may or may not recognize your POA for DNR...

When drawing up a will or trust, it would be great if lawyers could suggest a non-heir be used as executor.

I agree. Too many times, I have seen family relationships soured over administration arrangements. I ask my clients whether they would prefer to...

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My grandpa passed and he had said he was leaving everything to me, my husband who is deceased, and my son.how do i find out?

You should check with a probate attorney in the state where your grandfather passed away. Without some kind of document such as a Will or Trust,...