Trustee's duties with respect to missing jewelry and hiring an appraiser.

Only the trustee has the authority to hire the appraiser for valuation purposes, although agreeing on an appraiser may avoid future disputes. If...

Can i apeall a judges approve l on a final distributiinin losangeles probate matter

Yes, but you should act swiftly to retain counsel who can advise you.

Do I need attorney representation?

You immediately need to seek counsel that can help you assess your rights and any potential challenge to the plan currently being administered,...

How does personal property get divided in probate with no will?

If the personal property has sentimental value for his children and no value to you it likely is something that you should let them have. It will...

Errors on petition to administer estate (probate).

Unless the will provides that they have priority to administer the estate it is you who should be seeking appointment. And if it is going to be...

Am I bondable?

The short answer is yes. If you are going to seek appointment as administrator you should retain counsel ASAP who can assist and guide you with...

What are my rights and protections as the surviving spouse living in marital home going through probate?

My condolences for your loss. Your situation is very common. If there is a will then it likely may say something about your rights, e.g. does the...

Can a successor trustee sell, or even list a property owned by the trust before the 120 days from notice have expired?

Yes, without more it appears that the trustee has the authority to sell the property. You should have counsel review the tust in total, however.

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My friend is due to get what's left of his Mother's trust, the banks trying to get info without his permission, can they?

Your authorized involvement will not slow what is an unnaturally slow-paced process. The bank should be able to give you deadlines when things...

Release of content of Trust.

It depends on the terms of the trust. You should get a copy of the trust and have it reviewed by an attorney ASAP. Often times trustees overlay...