You are not required to serve even though you were named as a co-trustee. Serving in that capacity you are serving as a fiduciary and responsible...

Can an irrevocable trust in FL be amended without the consent of all beneficiaries?

I'd recommend reaching out to an attorney in your area to review and discuss. There are different rules that come into play based on when it was...

When a will is written leaving everything to step-children, will biological siblings of deceased who attest it win?

Your step father can leave his assets to anyone he desires in any amount he desires. It is imperative that he have an estate plan in place. If he...

How do i know if I need a formal administration of a summary administration of a probate of a trust.

You should setup a consult with a local attorney to discuss this issue. Most offer free consultations, so no initial out of pocket cost to learn...

Do heirs have benefit rights even though they were excluded from will ?

The answer to your questions depends on the specific facts of your situation. Absent being a spouse, no one has any rights to someone's estate...

Do I have any recourse if my deceased father's girlfriend withdrew money from his bank accounts her name wasn't on?

The short answer is Yes. You likely have recourse against her and potentially against the financial institutions. Since these were assets of your...

Do I need an attorney to make Trustees name changes or can I do it myself?

I would seriously recommend using an attorney. Even though you are talking about making minor changes, there are still certain rules and...

Can a person lose their remainderman status if the owner remarries.

This is not a simple question. You have to consider probate law, homestead law, and real estate law. I would recommend having an attorney review...

How do I find an honest and capable lawyer for my estate?

I'm very sorry to hear about your situation. There are many qualified estate planning attorneys in the area and many offer a free consultation....

I agree with my colleagues, you would be best served to sit down with an estate planning attorney to review the entire situation. You need to be...