How can i change the executor of my estate without seeing a lawyer?

You do not need to have an attorney to change legal documents like a last will and testament. However, when amending the will in any fashion, you...

Typically, a beneficiary designation on an account will cause the account to bypass the will and trust. In other words, you should be able to work...

Out-of-state people who own property in Arizona can use a beneficiary deed to pass real property located in Arizona to a beneficiary upon the...

There is no statute that prohibits having a two-sided will or POA. However, if you ever have to file the will with the court (for example, for...

How do I put my parents house in my name so I may sell it?

You will probably need to engage in some-type of probate procedure to transfer the house from your parents' estates to you and possibly to your...

From your statements, it sounds like a probate of some kind will be needed to sell the house and distribute the proceeds to the heirs according to...

How do i get my mothers name on my grandparents house that was willed to her?

If your mom was to receive the house due to the will, then a probate will be needed to transfer the deed to her name. Depending on the facts of the...

My brother passed away recently. He recorded his will with the county recorder. Will the court accept a certified copy ?

You can provide the copy from the recorder's office to the court, but the probate registrar will probably require that you file a "formal probate"...

What are the costs to file probate paperwork?

The court costs for filing a probate action are around $300 in most counties in Arizona. However, you should consult an attorney. Depending on the...

Generally speaking, there is not a time limit on when this can be done. It is preferably within two years for the date of death, but can be done...