1. My mom
appointed me and my brother as "joint and several"
powers of attorney. I don't trust my brother. How do I make
sure that he can't do something with Mom's money behind my
back?
Being appointed
"severally" means that each of the "attorneys"
appointed in the Power of Attorney can act on their own without
the consent of the other. It would be a good idea to notify
the banks and request that they advise you of any transactions
made by your brother. As an "attorney" you are entitled
to have information about the accounts. Writing to your brother
suggesting mutual co-operation is also a good idea. With this
documentation, you will be able to show the court that you
were trying to be reasonable.
2. My dad died 9 months ago and I still have not received
my share of his estate. How long should it take until I get
my money?
Depending
upon the complexity of the estate involved, it could take
about a year or so to administer the estate and to make a
first distribution to the beneficiaries.
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