Assuming you have the authorization from the court to handle the ward's finances, you will be able to open a bank account on behalf of the ward by...

You can obtain a copy of your grandmother's will from the probate court in which her will was probated. Good luck to you.

How can a sole guardian, without a will and ill, transfer guardianship of children to a relative?

The easiest way is to meet with an experienced California estate planning attorney to determine what you need to do to protect your grandchildren. ...

How to know if California trust controls newly formed florida LLC by trustee who is on LLC as manager.

I am sorry that you have this complication in your life. To cut to the chase, it is simply vital that you bring the trust agreement to an...

I am sorry for the loss of your husband. Your lawyer is entitled to be paid from the estate's assets, but your step-children must pay for their...

The estate tax returns, both state and federal, reflect the values of assets as of the date-of-death, not income generated by the estate. If the...

Can i present the check to the originating bank together with the notarized affidavit? OR can i compel employer to reissue it?

I am sorry for your loss. I would encourage you to retain an experienced California estate attorney. He or she can review the situation and...

Is this normal? Why would the hospital care.

I am sorry for your loss. If your father has non-liquid assets that could be sold to satisfy the bequest, it is possible that the hospital's...

What is the easiest way to do this? Amend the codicil? Please advise.

Please consult with the estate planning attorney who prepared the revocable trust and any amendments thereto. He or she will prepare a new...

Can a surrogate court step in regulate if I get a cut of the settlement of the estate?

I'm sorry for your loss. If the daycare center (and/or its insurance company) is represented by a lawyer, it is highly likely that the center...