I live in California and my father passed away without a will, does his live in girlfriend of ten years have rights to anything?

Probably not. It would depend on how your father structured his assets. A probate attorney can review the situation and advise you how to proceed.

You are safer answering within 30 days of service. That being said, I have seen instances in Los Angeles County where you can appear on the date...

I have beneficiaries designated on my investment accounts. I just recently established a trust.

Decisions on trust funding are critical decisions. An unfunded trust is like an ink pen with no ink; they look pretty but are pretty much...

Conservatorship - Notice of Hearing for Petition for Allowance of Fees

Yes. The notice of hearing form has a box indicating whether or not you sent the underlying petition. If the underlying petition is not served,...

In my experience, letters are often disregarded or not being particularly relevant. Focus on the issues raised in the case management conference...

The trust has a appointment of power section no ones named, but in the will it says the executors powers, which i listed below

These documents are sophisticated and cannot be meaningfully interpreted without a review of the whole thing. Get the guidance of an estate...

Should I send a demand letter to my father who just verbally informed me that he changed his will and living trust documents?

You are in a challenging position. Assuming that it is a revocable trust, it is your father's trust and he can do with his assets what he wants. ...

What exactly is court confirmation in regard to probate, and when is it required vs not being required?

In my experience, it depends on the level of authority granted and the action taken. Full authority under the IAEA gives the personal...

Can the PVP for the conservatee write the amended first acc ing for the conservator and her lawyer then file it to the case ?

It sounds to me like the case is such a mess that the probate attorney wanted the PVP to investigate your mother's assets and the actions of your...

Living Trust, Will and Asset Protection

All of these concerns can be addressed in a well-crafted estate plan. After both spouses are gone, the money can even be held in a trust for your...