Questions answered by Kokie Elizabeth Adams

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My dad passed away. How can his assets be transferred to my mom?

Kokie's answer | Answered on December 29, 2016

If accounts were joint, payable on death to her, she will be able to access those funds. For other accounts, it may be possible to use the "small...

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What are the Executer's responsibilities in regards to selling a home?

Kokie's answer | Answered on May 31, 2013

An executor of an estate has a fiduciary responsibility to the heirs, which includes providing an accounting of all expenses and not engaging in...

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Will I inherit the house if my domestic partner passes away?

Kokie's answer | Answered on October 26, 2012

It depends. Are you registered domestic partners? Does your partner have children? Does your partner have a Will? If you are not officially...

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WA state: Mother willed her share of the community property to their children. Can they get her share if father still alive?

Kokie's answer | Answered on May 03, 2011

In general the answer is yes, a person can Will her share of the community property to someone other than the spouse and distribution often can be...

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How can a daughter find out details of a will from a deseased father in orgon who died the month of 02-2011?

Kokie's answer | Answered on February 07, 2011

I am sorry to hear of your loss. Once the Will is filed in Oregon you should get notice of the filing and you will have a right to request a copy...

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In the state of Washington

Kokie's answer | Answered on February 07, 2011

While there is generally not a limint on the amount an executor can charge the fees must be reasonable. In addition, many Wills or Trusts contain...

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Where does will have to be signed in Washington - at the begining or end ?

Kokie's answer | Answered on January 24, 2011

I second the answers made by the other attorneys. Please seek counsel of a Washington estate planning attorney to draft and/or change your Will. ...

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In WA state does durable power of attorney need to be notorized and recorded with the county?

Kokie's answer | Answered on January 10, 2011

Assuming the principal is competent to change the power of attorney, look to the terms of the power of attorney for the requirements for...

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My father just passed away, I am his POA, does this end with his passing, if so who takes care of his financial affairs now?

Kokie's answer | Answered on January 10, 2011

Yes, the POA ends upon a person's death. The person named in his Will as executor will need to open a probate with the Superior Court. I...

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Is a fire proof safe a good substitute for a safe deposit box?

Kokie's answer | Answered on January 10, 2011

Yes, I receommend that people keep their estate planning documents in a fireproof box at home and make sure your personal representative knows the...

Kokie Elizabeth Adams's Answers (31)

My dad passed away. How can his assets be transferred to my mom?

What are the Executer's responsibilities in regards to selling a home?

Will I inherit the house if my domestic partner passes away?

WA state: Mother willed her share of the community property to their children. Can they get her share if father still alive?

How can a daughter find out details of a will from a deseased father in orgon who died the month of 02-2011?

In the state of Washington

Where does will have to be signed in Washington - at the begining or end ?

In WA state does durable power of attorney need to be notorized and recorded with the county?

My father just passed away, I am his POA, does this end with his passing, if so who takes care of his financial affairs now?

Is a fire proof safe a good substitute for a safe deposit box?