A deserter parent dies after remarry w step child leaves most to the step than blood child can this be fought?

You may not have a claim in his estate simply because he favored his step-child over his biological children. You have to have some basis for why...

My name is on deed and all bank and CDs for my grandmother, do I need to pay tax on this when she passes?

As a joint owner on these assets, you will not likely have to pay any taxes at the time of your grandmother's passing. However, if the value of...

How I can transfer my property to my wife and a minor child?

You really need to consult with an estate planning attorney to determine the best approach, taking into consideration all your facts and...

Will being Pregnant with second child, while going through a termination of guardianship of my first child,Make the case harder?

I strongly, strongly, strongly suggest you figure out a way to hire an attorney to represent you. While being pregnant will not necessarily be a...

It depends on the specifics of your situation. If the current guardian agrees, then it can be terminated immediately, with one hearing. If the...

What happened to my share?

If all of his assets were held jointly with another (say, your brother), or if everything had beneficiary designations, then there would be no...

How long is the approval process for a small estate affidavit?

I'm assuming you are the same person who has asked a couple questions here about a $5,000 bank account. If that's the case, then you use the...

Is there a time period in which a trust needs to be closed after the death of the person who had the livng trust?

Two years is not unreasonable, however, that's only if the trustee is making progress administering the trust. If she's not doing what she needs...

Does an estate have to be opened & creditor's notified if the property is worth at best $30,000, but there no other assets ?

Nobody "has" to do anything with the house, if the only person on the deed has passed away. It might not be worth it. HOWEVER, there are ways to...

It sounds like you may need to open a probate estate. If you are appointed Personal Representative, then you will be provided with Letters of...