Questions answered by James Charles Shields

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Can I sell the house since the abstract doesn't conform to the personal judgment without first satisfying the filed abstract?

James's answer | Answered on January 30, 2016

Maybe. Probably not. Based on information provided if you attempt to sell house, it will not be possible to obtain a clean title insurance policy...

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How to I transfer my Mom;s house to my sister as a result of a lawsuit?

James's answer | Answered on January 30, 2016

If you own the property, you may transfer to sister using warranty, quitclaim deed or other deed. however, you should not attempt to transfer the...

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The Troubled Son made a objection that the cars are community property. Are both of the vehicles comm property? Is this right

James's answer | Answered on January 30, 2016

Duplicate question. Answer remains: Vehicles, house and other property appear to have been community property at GM's death. May/not have been...

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The troubled son made a objection that the cars are community property. Are both of the cars community property? Is this right

James's answer | Answered on January 30, 2016

Vehicles, house and other property appear to have been community property at GM's death. May/not have been properly distributed to GF through...

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Do I HAVE to sign the deed for the sale transaction? If I don't sign off, can she still sell the house without my signature?

James's answer | Answered on January 30, 2016

Question is confusing and contains inconsistent information. You state that sister is sole beneficiary and you and brother are beneficiaries? You...

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Trustee's Salary in CA?

James's answer | Answered on January 30, 2016

Reasonable trustee compensation depends on several factors, including, not limited to; -term of trust; -services performed; -benefits to trust...

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Can either one of the cotrustees be kicked off for having these criminal records? And if so, are there any codes of reference?

James's answer | Answered on January 30, 2016

Yes. Trustee may be removed for criminal record which demonstrates person not fit to serve. Much more information, which is not provided,...

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How can the trustee prove she is not a disqualified beneficiary under probate code 21380 and will it be hard for her to prove?

James's answer | Answered on January 30, 2016

You are in difficult position of trying to prove a negative. Specifically that you are not disqualified. Difficult, not impossible. Ultimately...

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Are death records available for purchase if your relative died in last 6 months ?

James's answer | Answered on January 30, 2016

Yes. Death records are available for purchase. Following link may be...

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Revoking a POA and obtaining Guardianship when APS is involved??

James's answer | Answered on January 30, 2016

Your statement: : "Citi Bank had the accounts frozen but since my cousin (male) had the 92 year old sign a new POA under duress in the presence of...

James Charles Shields's Answers (27631)

Can I sell the house since the abstract doesn't conform to the personal judgment without first satisfying the filed abstract?

How to I transfer my Mom;s house to my sister as a result of a lawsuit?

The Troubled Son made a objection that the cars are community property. Are both of the vehicles comm property? Is this right

The troubled son made a objection that the cars are community property. Are both of the cars community property? Is this right

Do I HAVE to sign the deed for the sale transaction? If I don't sign off, can she still sell the house without my signature?

Trustee's Salary in CA?

Can either one of the cotrustees be kicked off for having these criminal records? And if so, are there any codes of reference?

How can the trustee prove she is not a disqualified beneficiary under probate code 21380 and will it be hard for her to prove?

Are death records available for purchase if your relative died in last 6 months ?

Revoking a POA and obtaining Guardianship when APS is involved??