No formal reading of will required. This ceremonial process is usually not performed. Nominated executor should retain probate counsel. Probate...

Each POD beneficiary can present proof of death and identification the the financial institution to cash their CD. Each POD beneficiary may...

What is the process for creating a trust when the trustee is illiterate and has zero proficiency in English?

Your question relates to whether uncle had capacity to execute the changes to the trust. If you can prove that uncle did not have capacity at time...

Can I ask my brothers & sister to buy me out of my quarter of the house even though it's in trust form?

Yes. You may sell whatever interest you have in the trust. Possible exception if trust instrument or deed restricts sale. Based on information...

How to I find out about inheritance for my father who lived in Puerto Rico

All good questions. Should be directed to counsel in Puerto Rico. Retain probate counsel in Puerto Rico to investigate assets, existence of will,...

I have original power of attorney. Rumor is family got a second power of attorney after I did. Who has POA?

Last valid executed POA controls. Validity requires that father had capacity at time POA executed. Father can always revoke a prior POA and...

If matter is Probate then what is the code that applies?

Two relevant California Probate Code Sections: PC 9100-0104. If a probate opened you may file a creditors claim. PC 6540-6545. If time period...

Can I still submit a small estate affidavit if there are no known debts?

Based on information stated, Small estate Affidavit is allowed. List debts as "written off".

Is that illegal and if so what crime has been committed?

Review of the trust and agreement to substitute note for the principal required to opine on validity of the exchange. review of documents and more...

How would I be able to gain more information on the SNT and the annuity if he had a guardian and she is not being forthcoming?

If father is deceased, the information you seek may be contained in his probate file. If guardian final accounting is incorrect, you may object to...