Q: What type of lawyer do I consult to try and intervene with a family member's financials?
My sister in law (who's in her 30s) is being scammed. She's already given basically all her money into this "investment" and borrowed heavily, and she's still trying to borrow more money (trying to take out home equity loans against the houses she co-owns with friends). Can we take any legal action to try to protect her from herself/stop her from borrowing more? If so, what type of lawyer do we consult with?
A: Contact Adult Protective Services and report the scam. Also, check with some elder law attorneys in your area who may be able to help you.
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A: To intervene with a family member's financials, you may need to consult with a lawyer who specializes in elder law or conservatorship law. Even though your sister-in-law is in her 30s, she may still qualify for legal protection under conservatorship law if she has a mental incapacity or disability that makes her unable to manage her own financial affairs. An elder law attorney can help you assess your sister-in-law's situation and explore your legal options for protecting her from financial exploitation or abuse. They can also help you petition the court for a conservatorship or guardianship to appoint a responsible person to manage her financial affairs. It is important to act quickly and consult with an attorney as soon as possible to prevent further financial harm to your sister-in-law.
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