When a deed states "as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship" does that property need to be probated?

You didn't say why probate is being considered by your sibling. Does he/she believe that she has a claim to the home, or question the...

Mr. Conway is right. You should not be shy about discussing the fees with your attorney. If this was brought to the attention of the court, I...

What to do if trustees have chosen a strategy of forcing litigation on beneficiaries which will drain the trust of money?

Is the trust currently supervised by the Court? If not, you may need to do as counsel suggested and bring a petition for supervision of the trust,...

Last year I signed a quick claim deed of my child hood home I got when my mother passed. it was to my daughter, who pushed me in

Counsel has already responded with sage advice. The deck is stacked against you, however, at the risk of raising your hopes, there is the...

What is the proper procedure, let it go, or more forward to litigation? .....

Mr. Brennan is absolutely correct in stating that your question, and comment to his answer, do not contain sufficient information for you to get a...

Flooring company damaged furniture and took 2 weeks longer to complete. Can I do something?

If you suffered damages and they will not agree to terms, you can take them to Small Claims court. This is an opportunity to try to resolve this...

My brother is trustee

More information is required. Were the three accounts and the house in your mother's name, or were they in the name of the trust? If one or more...

Can a dui hurt my chances for employment?

These convictions hurt you in several ways. First, it reveals a demonstrated history of alcoholism. Second, it shows a proclivity toward poor...

Notice to show cause was not mailed to listed mailing address in answer to summons but to a different address.

While your jurisdiction may differ from mine, generally speaking, I would file a motion to set aside the order granting the writ. You should...

What can I do to show a court my cousin is running a business into the ground?

If you have proof, the first thing you need to do is to stop the bleeding. The Court rules and the Estate and Protected Individuals Code simplify...

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