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answered on Mar 25, 2024
To determine if a decedent has a will, there are several steps you can take. These steps combine legal procedures with practical measures to ensure a thorough search.
Check Personal Papers: Often, individuals keep important documents, including their will, in a safe place at home. This... View More 
The Power Of Attorney document specifically grants the right to create an inter vivos trust on behalf of the principle.
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answered on Apr 24, 2024
Take the POA to any estate planning attorney near you, they will tell you what you can or can not do. They can help you draft the trust if it falls within the power of the POA.
I was told by my HR department at work that I need to get a court order establishing me as a legal guardian to get the child added to my insurance. What is the process for filing an application for guardianship in Randall County Texas? Is an attorney necessary? Any idea what the costs are for this... View More
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answered on Apr 24, 2024
This is a family law process. You will need to prove that you have been taking care of the child for more than 6 months, (to give you standing), and then you need to sue your own child and the other parent of the child to get a court to agree that you would be a better full time parent that the... View More
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answered on Apr 24, 2024
It depends on what the order says. A Temporary Administrator is a very limited appointment, the order that appoints them will say exactly what they can do. If it is not listed they can not do it.
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I have marriage license etc I talked to funeral director he was no help
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answered on Apr 24, 2024
If information is erroneous on a death certificate, the only person who can request a change is the person who provided the information (to the funeral home).
Married couple. The male gets the inheritance and makes a purchase with the inheritance funds. Wanting to know if that purchase is protected from community property in Texas now that they are divorcing.
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answered on Apr 24, 2024
In Texas, property acquired during a marriage is typically considered community property and is subject to division upon divorce. However, there are exceptions to this general rule, particularly concerning inheritance.
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