Do I need consent from the other "parent"?

If you can obtain his consent, that makes the process easier. However, he will need to be given notice of your proceedings. If you are unable to...

You would draft a document entitled Petition for Waiver of Account, Petition for Settlement, Allowance of Statutory Fees for Administrator,...

In probate, would you list in the Petition for Final Distribution any costs incurred ABOVE the normal probate fee percentage?

If you are asking about extraordinary fees, those are based upon the attorney's regular hourly rate. Extraordinary fees must be approved by the...

There isn't a form you can use. You will need to draft the order according to the terms the court stated. You may ask to see a copy of the minute...

Will a previous nomination of conservator override DPOA

Item 5(d) of the Petition for Appointment of Probate Conservator asks if the conservatee voluntarily requested the appointment. It could be argued...

My mom passed away with no will, so things are going into Probate. She still owes on her house, can I take over the mortage?

Having title to the real property is separate from the mortgage. The lender may not allow you to assume the current loan but may request that you...

Can my husband adopt my two older children without bio father permission? Or can I change their last name with out bio father pe

If the children are under 18, the bio father will need to be notified. He can voluntarily relinquish his parental rights or the court can...

You will have to file a petition for guardianship in CA. You may also file a request for a temporary guardianship stating that MS gave you 45 days...

Before parental rights are terminated, a Petition to Terminated Parental Rights is filed with the court. Notice must be given to the parent whose...

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What can I do if I just found out I'm intitled to my deceased mother's share of money left by my grandfather?

You should immediately contact and retain a probate attorney to represent your interest during this process. That attorney would also be able to...