Even though your uncle may designate an agent, it is often preferable for a more local relative to be the personal representative for logistical...

I received some legal paper concerning my dad who died last year from conservator and I understand this claim all I see is

If your father died without a will, you should be entitled to a share of his estate. You need to contact a probate attorney in either the county...

My dad was a veteran and died last year in San Francisco and I received some court papers from about a claim $138,000

If your dad resided in CA when he passed, you need to contact a probate attorney who practices there to figure out what assets are in his estate...

My Grandma died and her house is still in her name we believe she has unclaimed assets do we need a lawyer?

Presuming the home is not titled in a way that makes it a nonprobate transfer (titled in a trust, jointly titled with someone still alive, or has a...

Whether you choose a special needs trust or not, the key is to pick a trustee that you believe will prudently spend the money for the benefit of...

For a Revocable Trust and an Irrevocable Trust is it okay to have multiple original copies, all notarized?

Even though you might be able to have multiple originals, I do not advocate it. If you're worried about the brothers not working well together,...

I'm presuming your mother had passed. You should consult with an attorney that practices probate in the county in which your mother resided when...

Contesting payment of life insurance policy to a contingent beneficiary?

You should find a probate attorney in your county. In MO, a beneficiary of a non-probate transfer who passes away before the original person the...

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A small estate is considered probate, but not a full estate administration. In Jackson County, it takes around 1-2 months to get an order from the...

You, as his heir, have a right to be his personal representative and beneficiary of his property. I advise you to find a probate attorney to help...