I have notarized POA on my Dad, drawn up by attorney in 1992. He can no longer sign checks and bank won't honor POA as is. How do you certify it with court? It is a properly notarized document already.
answered on Dec 3, 2021
Your question cannot be answered without reviewing the POA to try to determine what exactly the bank might be concerned about. It is possible that the POA only becomes effective upon incapacity, and so the bank wants proof of incapacity of your father. It that is the case, you need to get a... Read more »
My mom had no will.She has no estate or assets besides her car. My sister says i can have the car. do we need to probate?
answered on Nov 6, 2021
How do you plan to get title to the car? You may still have to do a small estate probate. Did your mom own any real estate? I suggest you do a consultation with an estate attorney.
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Will is Gordon County and Probate is in Cobb.
answered on Oct 10, 2021
I assume the Will is on file in the Gordon County Probate Court and the person who died is in Cobb County? If so, file your petition in Cobb and ask the court to contact Gordon County to have the will sentr to Cobb .
answered on Oct 10, 2021
I am not an attorney in GA but more info is needed to answer this question. State law governs the estate of a deceased person. The type of information needed to answer this question would be, was there a will/trust left behind, what does the will/trust say, and who are all the heirs and... Read more »
answered on Oct 8, 2021
You will need to hire an attorney to pursue the policy benefit. It may require a Probate or an Affidavit as who the Next of Kin are. Filing Suit for Breach of Contract and Bad Faith, with a Complaint to the Insurance Regulatory Agency for the State, may all be necessary.
There was an original will and everything was to be divided equally between us 3 but now it’s only her name to have his estate.
My dad did pass away 11/2020. My other sister and I filled A grievance with the probate court over they will.
answered on Oct 7, 2021
While you do not ask a question, I assume you want to know what to do. Until your father passes away and his will is offered for probate there is nothing you can do. Once the will is offered for probate, you should challenge the will by filing a Caveat to it in the probate court where the will is... Read more »
answered on Oct 6, 2021
If nobody claims the account within a certain period of time (which varies by state and financial institution but is usually around 3 years), then the bank will remit the funds to the state treasurer as unclaimed property.
My baby brother needs a vehicle. He asked my sister about moms car. And she said $1000. Is this correct.
answered on Sep 19, 2021
Your sister must follow the will. If there is no Will, then the court will have to appoint an Administrator to handle the estate. The court will appoint whomever the majority of heirs selects to be administrator.
We reside in Georgia.
answered on Sep 10, 2021
If you have a will leaving everything to your wife, she will inherit your inheritance. Otherwise, it is divided between your wife and your children.
"Heir" is deceased. Family decided widow is not a legal heir, so descended to children. Family insists property MUST be held jointly, giving control to one child, avoiding any input from other heir.
answered on Sep 4, 2021
First of all, the exact language in the will controls. Usually, just one sentence from the will is not sufficient to interpret the will. That said, the spouse is an heir, and is the primary heir. Assuming multiple children exist as heirs, they all stand on equal footing and the property should be... Read more »
Life estate tenant has own homeowner dwelling policy, listed as insured full dwelling coverage on home and property, but remainder men are not covered at all. Is it legal that we can purchase our own policy to protect our interest?
answered on Aug 23, 2021
There is nothing illegal about the remaindermen being insured for property loss. But you will have to carefully find a willing insurance company that will inure a dwelling in which there is an occupany that is not the insured. When you get the policy, read it.
Living there on and off for a year and has mail come there.
answered on Jul 20, 2021
If it’s legally your house then you can have him evicted. You will need to go the legal route to do so.
Is the Power of Attorney assignable? Is there another way to legally appoint someone to see to my affairs for my husband who isn't able?
answered on Jul 16, 2021
No, the agent’s authority under a power of attorney is not assignable or delegable. The best solution would have been for your husband to have named a successor agent in the existing power of attorney. Chances are, however, it is too late for that because he lacks capacity. If you pass most... Read more »
I am requesting a "estimate quote to have a lawyer draft up a Qualified Income Trust for Long-Term Care (i.e. Medicaid). I have a "Durable Power of Attorney for Finances", a "Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare" and a "Will" for my mother. My mother has two... Read more »
answered on Jul 12, 2021
Attorneys are not allowed to provide direct quotes via this forum. You need to contact an attorney directly for a quote. A quote is normally not given until after a complete consultation. This is similar to a doctor not providing treatment until after a consultation and examination.
A... Read more »
Need the code which states an only child must provide three affidavits stating the person is indeed an only child
answered on Jun 25, 2021
Not saying you will find it, but the Probate section of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (OCGA) can be found here:
https://law.justia.com/codes/georgia/2019/
My brother didn't have a will. He was still legally married, but his wife moved out of their home in 2015. My father moved in to physically care for him in 2016, due to declining health. I began helping him manage his small trucking business. He had me write the check and sign his name,... Read more »
answered on Jun 24, 2021
Who is “she” that you are referring to? The ex who left him in 2015? Your question is a little confusing. You may want to consult with attorney who can review the facts and provide you with guidance.
Prior to them consulting the ward. Law states that 60 days after appointed over ward either by hand delivered or date stamped mail they are to sit with ward listen to them & inventory assets. They have not even contacted ward & 60 days are up however she closed all the accounts leaving... Read more »
answered on Jun 14, 2021
yes as to closing accounts. Call conservator and make an appointment for ward to visit. Share your concerns at that meeting. Get a budget established. If all else fails, contact probate court.
And is that considered the 60 days from served documents the notice put shows no letters from the courts that were to be mailed or hand delivered? Conservator hasn't as much called or anything to see what he needs but closed all His accounts leaving him w no $ not even being to get gas to... Read more »
My father passed in feb and my sister came up with a new will after 20 yrs of the old one being in place back in dec do i get anything and how do i find out if that will my sister has is real or not.
answered on Jun 1, 2021
If she tries to get the will admitted for probate, you can attempt to contest it, if you have valid reasons to believe he was under duress or not competent when it was executed.
answered on May 27, 2021
It would be wise to consult with an attorney who can review the facts of your case in detail and provide you with guidance. We would need to know more about this case in order to provide you with guidance
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