Receiving Property by LadyBird Deed

Receiving Property by LadyBird Deed

Question: My Aunt just passed away. She left her home and 20 acres to my four siblings and myself. She did this with a ladybird deed that her attorney prepared for her. What should I do now? Answer: You and your siblings are now the owners of the property. You need to...
Avoiding Probate

Avoiding Probate

Question: My parents’ estate went through probate. It was a nightmare! How do we make sure our estate does not go through probate? We want to make it as easy as possible for our children. Answer: I hear this a lot! I think everyone wants to make it as easy as possible...
Loved one with memory issues?

Loved one with memory issues?

Question: My husband has early dementia. What legal documents should we get done before my husband’s dementia gets worse? Answer: I am glad you asked. There are so many people affected by memory loss right now; it’s heartbreaking. Generally, by the time people come to...
Stay Home Instead of a Nursing Home

Stay Home Instead of a Nursing Home

Question: Our Mother may need some help. Our Father passed away a few years ago and our Mother needs help with getting dressed,bathing, preparing food, etc. Right now we have a friend who helps her out a few hours a week but she is going to need more help than she’s...
Small Claims Court

Small Claims Court

Ask the Attorney: Question: I hired a landscaper to put in some new trees. The trees died within three months. I contacted him and he said he would replace them. That was over a year ago and he has never come out and now he stopped returning my calls. I think he...