not live in Puerto Rico how much does it cost to hire a lawyer? to resolve the property and whats happen when someone dies? She did not have a mortg the house was paid for no debts. My niece does not communicate with me and she made herself owner she is only the granddaughter what are my rights... View More 
answered on Jul 27, 2014
Most probate attorneys will give you a free phone consultation. If the niece was a joint owner of the bank account or a payable on death beneficiary of the bank account, the niece would normally get the bank account proceeds. The county recorder where your mother's house is located may have a... View More
answered on Dec 7, 2013
A will is a testamentary document that provides where the testator wants his or her property to pass upon death. A validly executed will admitted to probate without challenge will control the distribution of the decedent's property. In Minnesota you can disinherit children but not spouses.... View More
I can no longer afford an attorney and I have to keep fighting a probate/civil suit. I am trying to do this on my own, it is very stressful. I have to fight for what I believe in. I can not just through in the towel. Where can I find someone that will help me?
answered on Jul 7, 2011
SlidingFeeAttorneys.com is a network of cost-conscious, local attorneys offering sliding-fee representation (fees are based on your income). This is a new website and more attorneys are joining each day so check back regularly. If you cannot find an attorney in your area on that site, I suggest... View More
answered on Dec 17, 2010
Yes, it is possible to transfer probation to another state. I do not believe it is dependant on whether there are family members there or not. It is accomplished on a case by case basis. The probation officer should be the person's first contact.
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