Probate can be avoided by placing the property into a trust (most likely revocable) or by utilizing a lady bird deed or transfer on death deed. If...

There is no such thing as "community debt." While it is likely that, absent the existence of a prenup or marital agreement, the accounts are...

You will need to contact the Court coordinator to schedule a hearing and then notify the other parties of the setting.

You do not have to have proof of the exact value but will need to swear to the accuracy of the amount listed in the small estate affidavit. If the...

When your mother passed away, your stepfather had a right of occupancy allowing him to live in the home rent free. Now that he has vacated the...

It is ok that the death certificate was issued in Maryland. In addition to the death certificate, your husband's former employer needs something to...

Anyone can sue anyone for anything, but, in this case, a suit against the notary and/or the bank would likely not be successful. The notary's job...

An affidavit of heirship should be executed after the death of a decedent. Assuming it was properly drafted and executed (and was not revoked), the...