Yes. It is legal as they live together, so there is a pecuniary interest in each other.

The manner of proceeding depends on the terms of the trust.

While I do not find two months objectionable, especially given the holidays and COVID, unless the other side cooperates, you are going to have to...

Who is probating the will? The executor must have the original to file with the court. If your mother is doing it, the lawyer must give it to her...

That is how will contests are. You have to file objections to get the discovery you need to make a determination. The goal is to get the most...

Based on your post, there is no "fifth". Your stepmother got 100% to do as she wishes. You and the other kids got nothing.

You need to get a copy of the trust. You are not automatically entitled unless you are the successor. If the trust has a bank account, etc., you...

It does not matter. When you probate it, you will submit a copy of your name change order.

You are using "will" and "trust" interchangeably and therefore I have no idea what documents you have. However, it is unusual for a lawyer to not...

Under $50,000, no beneficiary on account and no will, the stepdad.