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Am I required to send a copy of my written notarized request to my deceased father's attorney and or the accountant involved?

James's answer | Answered on January 21, 2016

No. You are not required to send copy of your proposal to trustee to accountant. Maybe. If sister trustee is represented by attorney, send copy...

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In completing Stevens Ness Form 1421 -Line 5 -Who is the "person who filed the petition of record"? Is it me, the pers rep?

James's answer | Answered on January 21, 2016

If you are petitioner, place your name on Line 5.

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Will CPS come after any subsequent children I have even after a closed case?

James's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

No. Based on my experience, I do not believe you need to worry about any special attention from CPS going forward. The matter has likely been...

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Married abroad (Germany) but want to get Divorced in U.S. (California)

James's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

Yes. If you are California resident, you may divorce in California. Based on information provided, you may qualify for summary dissolution. ...

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Inheritance dispute. No will. Can I ask for an accounting of the estate several years later?

James's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

Yes. Three years is too long to wait for an accounting. Problem may be that you have no standing to demand accounting if no will. May be...

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When should the executor take care of things in the t? Can I see the lawyer with her when they go over things in trust. I don't

James's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

Executor is party that executes the will Trustee administers trust. You use terms interchangeably. Not clear of what you are dealing with. Both...

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Abandon estate?

James's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

Process to decline to act or resign and consequences vary. If you have not accepted appointment, you may simply decline to accept appointment. ...

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Where or how do I start the process for a divorce and the approx cost?

James's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

Based on information provided this appears to be relatively simple divorce. This is short term marriage. You may be entitled to spousal support. ...

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Are there any legal steps or forms to file? Can she give me a power of attorney of some kind? Thank you.

James's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

Yes. Probate of brother's estate may/not be necessary, depending on the size and character of the estate. You may file petition to probate...

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What should I do about being investigate by the trustee for transferring property?

James's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

Something has lead the Trustee to believe that you possibly transferred assets. Did you quitclaim any real property within this last several...