As the sole surviving heir to deceased mother's small estate, how do I claim rights to her real and personal property?

You need to speak with a probate attorney. It sounds like your grandmother's estate and mother's estates may need to be opened and administered. ...

Terminate Guardianship

I agree with both my colleagues. Also it is worth noting that the proceedings are different depending upon whether it is a G styled case or a J...

Which name do I use when filing for divorce?

You may need to plead using both names one as your legal name and one as an a.k.a. Explain the situation in your complaint so you can get your...

Like my colleagues, I urge you get all of your tax returns on file. Pay any taxes, interest and penalties. if you did not earn much and had taxes...

What are the daughter's legal rights when it comes to guardianship over her mother, with the stepfather in the picture

The daughter should consult legal counsel and address why she does not feel her stepfather should be mom's legal guardian. Absent a power of...

What forms do I fill out to file a petition with the probate court asking it assume jurisdiction over a trust?

To the best of my knowledge there is not a form for that at the self-help center or on the probate court page for a trust confirmation petition. ...

I want to get possession of the locker after my wife's death. Have the will and i am the executor. thanks

The original Will needs to be lodged with the Court and you need to file a petition to open a probate and be appointed to serve as Executor. Once...

Is the oldest child not included on cremation?

Maybe. You do not include sufficient facts in your inquiry to respond. First off who is "they?" Was your mother married when she died, is...

The property value has gone down can I get any of the damages from them and how do I make them move forward.

You state you understood the matter was in probate. That needs to be confirmed. You should meet with an attorney who can confirm if a probate was...

What is the best way for Dad to deal with the tax on this IRA distribution ? Gift ?

It is unclear if he is of retirement age. thus taxes and possibly penalties will be due. The best way to handle it is to obtain the monies from...