How can I get deceased mom's money back?

You haven't told us enough about how the money was passed. In a joint account? In a trust? By probate? You may or may not have rights depending...

How long does Trust have to distribute funds to family once properties are sold?

There is a decent chance the trustee has to prepare an accounting, which typically requires obtaining the bank statements. If the house just...

How do I get evidence submitted to probate?

A declaration is the proper method. Make sure you follow the court rules and submit it on the proper pleading format with lined paper, etc. You...

My mother passed away January 2014 in California

The tax ID numbers are free, relatively easy and can be obtained directly on-line from the IRS. The more important issues will be preparing the...

It might be a reference to the department. Any chance the matter is being hearing in Department A of the Norwalk division of the Los Angeles...

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With our clients, we generally review their trusts with them every three years and for complex estates, we often meet with clients annually. Life...

Should I find a legal malpractice attorney outside the offending attorney's area?

Consultations are private and protected from disclosure by the attorney-client privilege. There are enough attorneys in Los Angeles that you...

On a living trust is the name order of trustee's in portent?

The Trustee is "the boss" of the trust. If your Sister is the first named trustee after your mother (usually called the "successor trustee"), then...

An attorney filed a false probate estate case stating a family member of mines is dead?

You have a described a very unusual situation but have not provided enough facts. In particular, I am concerned about the status of the probate...

I need help putting a house in my brothers and I name?

You are describing a fairly typical situation that could become elder abuse if it is allowed to happen. As a starting point, the house belongs...