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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning for Colorado on
Q: Can a provision be made in a Revocable Trust for alternate beneficiaries after the sole original beneficiary dies?

Can named alternate beneficiaries receive any residual real estate from Trust after lifetime of original beneficiary. (This would be the only thing in Trust & would necessitate Trust being left open) If so, must the alternate beneficiaries be told/informed when the Trustor first dies? That... View More

Joel Hassell
Joel Hassell
answered on Sep 16, 2024

Yes, in Colorado, provisions can be made in a revocable trust for alternate beneficiaries to inherit after the sole original beneficiary dies. This is standard practice, where alternate (or contingent) beneficiaries are named to receive trust assets, such as real estate, upon the death of the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Colorado on
Q: Found a dog that was chipped, guardian did not respond to calls/text for a month. Now wants the dog back, help.

The dog was found running loose with choke collar and no tags. He was thirsty, hungry and acted like he had been hungry for a while. We have nurtured him, groomed him and loved him. We have taken the dog to a vet, and invested considerable amount of money, (approximately $1,000). More importantly... View More

Joel Hassell
Joel Hassell
answered on Sep 6, 2024

In Colorado, many municipalities and counties have specific ordinances that address the handling of lost and found animals. These ordinances typically establish procedures for reporting found animals, time limits for reclaiming lost pets, and the responsibilities of animal control. For example, in... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning for Colorado on
Q: I’m single w/my mortgaged condo w/ $150,000 equity. How to avoid Medicaid Estate Recovery so my heirs can have it?
Joel Hassell
Joel Hassell
answered on Sep 6, 2024

If you are concerned about preserving your condo with $150,000 in equity for your heirs and avoiding Medicaid Estate Recovery, there are some strategies you might consider. However, each has important implications and requirements under Colorado law.

Key Strategies to Consider:

1)...
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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Colorado on
Q: Will I be in trouble for not paying attorney fees ordered by judge to other party? Is there a CO family code 2030?

My child was sick over night on the day I had court hearing with her father. I provided the court with a doctor’s note and I submitted a motion immediately the morning of. But I continue to be ordered to pay. Plus, I cannot afford to pay it. My outcome is more than my monthly income.

Joel Hassell
Joel Hassell
answered on Sep 6, 2024

I agree with the other attorney's answer. Also, it's important to know that Colorado does not have a "Family Code Section 2030" like California does, which deals with attorney fees in family law cases. However, in Colorado, the court can still order one party to pay the other... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning for Colorado on
Q: What form is needed to fund a living trust with real estate
Joel Hassell
Joel Hassell
answered on Sep 6, 2024

In Colorado, to fund a living trust with real estate, you typically need to transfer the title of the property into the name of the trust. The primary form required for this process is a deed, specifically a quitclaim deed or a warranty deed.

Here are the basic steps:

1. Prepare a...
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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Estate Planning and Tax Law for Colorado on
Q: Hello I am trying to turn my LLC into my holding company which means I need to file Articles of Cooperation and a 2553?

Just formed my LLC and want it to be the holding company and an S corp what do I need to file and in what order?

Joel Hassell
Joel Hassell
answered on Sep 6, 2024

I mostly concur with the earlier answer provided to your question above. Here is my response with a few more notes

1) Use Your LLC as a Holding Company: Structuring your LLC to act as a holding company simply involves using it to own other businesses or assets. You don’t need to file...
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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Probate for Connecticut on
Q: Regarding witnesses to a Will and the self-proving affidavit, I think I understand that a person who might be inheriting

…some of the assets cannot be a witness to the Will or the self-proving affidavit.

I am a little confused about this… it seemed to me that one person could be a witness at the time of the signing and that the second witness could actually sign as a witness but not actually be present... View More

Joel Hassell
Joel Hassell
answered on Sep 16, 2024

As a Colorado-licensed attorney, I am not licensed to practice law in Connecticut, and the following is based on a brief review of Connecticut law. Please consult a Connecticut attorney for more specific guidance.

In Connecticut, the rules governing the witnessing of a will and the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Colorado on
Q: Can I move for a new trial?

Bought a car. The seller then reports stolen after the sale.

I had all documents to prove ownership.

The seller had so many inconsistency with there story.

The jury some how found me guilty cause I didn't respond to threatening messages from the seller.

The... View More

Joel Hassell
Joel Hassell
answered on Sep 6, 2024

Please note that this is not my practice area, but time is important so I will toss out my brief analysis.

You may be able to request a new trial, but it's not guaranteed. In Colorado, you can file a motion for a new trial if you believe there were legal errors during your trial, like...
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