My mother died in WA. 3/2012 I changed her address to CA. Where do I have to submit a small claims affidavit WA or CA?

Where did the death certificate list your mother as a resident? If it was Washington, then I would file it there. James Frederick

Can only living child dictate what can be done with Mother's estate?

I agree with Mr. Brophy. At this point, it is unclear who has legal rights in this property. I seem to recall that under NC law, the property is...

Why conflicting answers about probate and letters testamentary without a lawyer in BEXAR CO TX? Lawyer needed or not?

Attorney Koel has given you good advice. State laws vary a great deal on such matters. For instance, in Michigan, you would NOT need an attorney to...

My daughter died and her brother in law's wife went to my daughters house taking all her personal belongings. is that legal?

I generally agree with all that my colleagues have said. You have been through a horrible ordeal with this, and the current issues have compounded...

Ex-husband is a Canadian citizen who passed away, our children are US citizens. Can the children get death benefits/assets?

If the probate is open, then you should be receiving copies of the court documents as the guardian for the heirs. If this has not happened, then...

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We inherited a house worth 106,000 after a fire. The owners have both deceased and there is a lien for 10,000 for the repairs.

Mr. Elder has given you a very good answer. You might also check to see if you can find a lawyer or lawfirm who makes it a part of his or her...

My lawyer is going to probate court after he files papers for me. Do I also have to go?

I agree with my colleagues. You should ask your lawyer and not get legal advice from your neighbor. In most cases, your presence in court would not...

I agree with my colleagues. One of your statements that does not bode well for you is that "She is also distributing my mother's property without...

How to prove coercion of an 89 yr old signing a will & revoking the one made six mo previous?

You absolutely need an attorney on this, as soon as possible. As far as the proof that you asked about, some of that may come from your mother,...

What is the least expensive way to retitle a deed from a single, no heirs, brother to four siblings with typed unnotarized will?

I agree. You need to see a lawyer to assist you with probating this property. It cannot be sold until this is done. James Frederick