Do I need a general Power of Attorney?

The POA would be valid until death-then the will would control. The POA and Health Care surrogate are important documents to have while he is living.

No-it can still be a valid trust. It should be reviewed by your attorney to determine if any problems exist and if it was properly funded.

If I was left land in a trust, am I able to decline it and how?

You can sign a disclaimer-however it would then be distributed as if you had predeceased(according to the language in the trust). If you would...

What kind of lawyer I need' for legal guardian ship

I agree-not sure of your question but a guardianship attorney would be a good starting place.

Can I put a lien on a property with a deed of trust in california

Attorney Marshall has given you a good outline of your choices

Who does executor have to share the contents of the will with?

Hire an attorney to force the filing of the will. Using a POA after death could be a crime. It's time to play hardball.

How do i secure letters of administration for my mother's estate?

Very sorry for your loss. You should choose an attorney to open a probate estate. Assuming your mother was not married-the majority of her...

Is the will filed in the county where the deceased lived? what is the timeframe for the executor to file this?

Yes-the will is filed in the county of the deceased. If he is writing checks on her account-it must have a joint account. However-if it was a...

Hattie Jackson died Jan 22,2013 Her house sold in may 2013 the money from the sale? probate feb 2013 three grandchildre

Was the "youngest" appointed as executor of the estate? If so-the executor will have to satisfy the court that the estate has been properly...

I want to remove myself as power attorney over a friend she is getting married and i feel my services are no longer required

You can send a statement that you now decline to serve. You could also return the original document to her if it is in your possession.