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How can I put the house in my name or what steps do I have to follow my brothers will sign there interest to me

James's answer | Answered on January 28, 2016

Depending on how title to house held, probate may/not be necessary. May pass outside of probate by operation of law to joint owner(s). Start by...

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What can be done to rectify the situation

James's answer | Answered on January 28, 2016

Will must be admitted to probated in Texas. Based on information provided, estranged son has not interest in the gun. It was a completed gift. ...

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What state must I hire an atty in first.

James's answer | Answered on January 28, 2016

Hire California trust counsel to assist with trust administration. You may administer trust in California. You may transfer home to self as part...

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Should we hire an attorney to handle this? Or will it be a waste of our money?

James's answer | Answered on January 28, 2016

Step children and step grandchildren to not inherit in illinois. However, you may have rights other than by inheritance. Yes. $115,000 is big...

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What steps can my mother take now to claim her inheritance?

James's answer | Answered on January 28, 2016

May not be too late for relief. The "paperwork" sent to mother may include a case number and county in which probate matter opened. Begin by...

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What can I do about this it dose not state a Pacific amount to be given only that all my needs are to be met and they are not

James's answer | Answered on January 28, 2016

you are mixing terms: trust and will. If brother not performing duties as successor trustee, you may petition court for appropriate...

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Can I inherit tenants?

James's answer | Answered on January 28, 2016

Yes. You can "inherit" tenants. Based on information provided, your mother gave brother a life tenancy. Such an interest in valid in Texas.

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How do I go about getting a deed for the home and property in my name? As far as I know, they don't even exist at this time.

James's answer | Answered on January 28, 2016

Deeds recorded in county will confirm chain of title. Both estates need to be probated to transfer property to you. Probate counsel can assist.

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Can I sue my grandfather's estate to get back real property?

James's answer | Answered on January 28, 2016

Yes. You may sue. However, answer to likelihood of success is: maybe. Some observations; -There is no SOL governing lawsuit against...

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Does the residuary gift of an estate vest when there's.....

James's answer | Answered on January 28, 2016

Yes. This can be confusing. Generally, the residuary gifts vest and computed after all contingencies have been accounted for and gifts to...

James Charles Shields's Answers (27631)

How can I put the house in my name or what steps do I have to follow my brothers will sign there interest to me

What can be done to rectify the situation

What state must I hire an atty in first.

Should we hire an attorney to handle this? Or will it be a waste of our money?

What steps can my mother take now to claim her inheritance?

What can I do about this it dose not state a Pacific amount to be given only that all my needs are to be met and they are not

Can I inherit tenants?

How do I go about getting a deed for the home and property in my name? As far as I know, they don't even exist at this time.

Can I sue my grandfather's estate to get back real property?

Does the residuary gift of an estate vest when there's.....