How can I prove that I am the legal child and entitled to part of his estate?

I am sorry for your loss. In your case, it will be critical to prove that your father completed the adoption process. If you believe the adoption...

Since your father was domiciled in California, the shares should be transferred under a California probate decree. In this case, using an...

Can my sister change benificiary of a irrevocable life insurance trust?

It is vital that you obtain the irrevocable life insurance trust agreement and take it to an experienced California estate planning lawyer to have...

My dads live in girlfriend is named in his living trust but with exceptions. Who can I call about questions about the exceptions

I agree with Attorney Pippen. The challenge here is the determination of what living "unassisted" means within the terms of the revocable living...

See above.

As the trustee, you are entitled to receive a copy of the trust document from whomever created the trust (known as the "Grantor" or "Settlor"). ...

See above:) Do I need an attorney?

Attorney Zelinger has provided you with an excellent answer. Unfortunately, a power of attorney is only as good as the third party who is...

My mother's capable, what's the process to change Principal attorney or do we need to change based on the condition of current

I agree with Attorney Nguyen. Since your mother is competent, the easiest thing to do would be to have her execute a new power of attorney in your...

If I own an apartment building, Id like the pros/cons to having it as an LLC. Also what I could expect to have to title docs etc

If you own an apartment building, you have the resources to hire an experienced California attorney who can walk you through the pros and cons. ...

What can you advise me as how to prepare for when the inheritance arrives and what I should do regarding my govt assistance?

Please consult with an experienced Colorado disability attorney at your earliest convenience. Avvo is a wonderful place on the internet to obtain...

If you and your husband are looking to avoid probate at the surviving spouse's death, please consider establishing and funding a revocable trust...