A beneficiary form trumps a trust or will. So whomever the form states is the beneficiary is the person or entity that will inherit that asset....

A Successor Trustee need not sign the original trust document. However, once the Successor Trustee starts acting as the Trustee, they should sign...

If he purchased the home prior to your marriage, and never added your name to the deed, it will likely be his separate property. How it passes will...

Can I avoid probate?

My condolences for your loss... To determine the value of the home, go to the county assessor's site to research the assessed value of the home,...

Estate Payments and Liability for Outstanding Debt When Someone Passes Away.

Was a probate opened in New Youk and/or Arizona? If you mom had assets, a probate should have been opened and all known creditors should have...

What can I do about someone using a restraining order as retaliation and to force me from my own home?

You have one year to file for a hearing regarding whether the Order should be enforced. Once you apply for the hearing it is usually scheduled...

Boyfriend's father has taken out over 15 credit cards in family member's names. What do we do?

I agree that the proper people have to take actions. Steps include, contacting credit card companies directly and reporting the fraud (family...

What kind of attorney do I need?

I agree with Scott. You need to have a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO). Many family law attorneys do not prepare these documents so when...

What is the process for filing a Rule 32

If you are referring to a criminal post-conviction relief petition, based on the information you have provided, notice must be filed within 90 days...

Executor Misconduct: Can an executor use estate assets to harm a beneficiary?

Each state has different rules regarding the probate process. First, hire an attorney to review all documents (lease agreements, will, etc.) and...