Not admitted to CA so I can't say, but how are they supposed to know that the motion was granted if they are not served? You should verify at...

Can I get a consumer lawyer to represent me in small claims court?

You can and should get a lawyer, but be sure and understand the terms of representation or you may spend more than you can hope to gain.

Can she just go down to the court house and say she changed her mind?

Ms Anderson's answer is complete and accurate and well said.

What are the legal options both against the sister, neighbors and the sheriffs department? Can we sue the sheriffs department?

Federal judges do not usually have anything to do with estates at all so that answer was immediately dubious. You should take all this information...

Can I list my trust as beneficiary of an asset and accomplish the same thing as putting the asset in the name of the trust?

Banks (that is, people who work in them) give a lot of flakey and wrongful legal advice. If you want the bank put in the name of the trust and you...

Can I possibly sue my place of work for gross negligence, and/or failure to protect my property?

You may sue, but is it a good idea? How about asking them for reimbursement first? If you are an at-will employee and you sue your employer then...

Can i claim her portion, the estate was closed 10+ years ago and she still has not claimed it

In Indiana generally courts will hold for five years after the property becomes distributable, so it probably went to the Indiana secretary of...

How to dismiss a debt...after plaintiff died? Idk who to pay or dismiss, Probate unaware of process....

If you owe them money, then their estate representative should make contact with you. The debt stands, and if you default they can collect, but...

Can I probate the will that I have since they are saying they are not going to probate theirs?

Usually any interested party can petition for probate of a valid will. Hire a lawyer though, to guide you and advise you.

Can I change my Rev. Trust, Powers of Attorney and Will myself, duplicating my existing documents and making necessary changes?

A simple will and POA and health care proxy should not cost that much. Shop around. You COULD do it yourself, just as one can pull one's own...