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Do I have to be present at the probate hearing for my father's estate if I live in another state?

I am so sorry for your loss. It is always best to be present …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

How best to handle a small estate?

Unfortunatley only your Father can name an executor and if he is not of …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

Does a person have full right to an IRA if they was listed as secondary beneficiary?

Under the laws of most states, the living designated beneficiary under a person's IRA …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

If I have a 401b retirement through a non-profit hospital employee, can creditors come after my beneficiaries on this kind of retirement plan?

Under the laws of all states in this country, if your 401k retirement plan …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

If I was left a large sum of money when my grandparents passed away and my aunt had their power of attorney but will not let me have it, is this legal?

A power of attorney ends upon the death of the person who gave the …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago