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Facts are convoluted and confusing. Party not obligated to accept a reasonable offer. I need to review pleadings and obtain additional...

An estate that went through a living will process and valued at $450,000 was executed by my bro he took out $20,000 for his fee?

Fee amount seems high. Fees must be approved by probate court. Review all facts with probate counsel. You may file objections to fees claimed by...

An estate that went through a living will process and valued at $450,000 was executed by my bro he took out $20,000 for his fee?

Brothers fees are required to be approved by court. Based on information provided, reasonable statutory fee estimate is approximately $10,000. ...

I need to have a simple will drawn up. Who do I go to?

Retain EP counsel to draft your will.

You may reimburse self for costs at any time.

I'm a conservator & need to request an increase in the bond. The Probate Referee appraised the estate for more than expected.

Yes. Notice should be provided to everyone who received notice of original conservatorship petition and bonding company.

Is there an office in Hawthorne, CA or Inglewood, CA?

Yes. There are offices in Inglewood and Torrance. SS website has list of all offices.

My husband wants to adopt by 16 year old son. We have been marry for the last 14 years.

H may adopt your son. Absent biological father should not present any impediment. You may file petition for adoption with juvenile court. Retain...

If a person who is currently collecting Social Security Disability goes back to work, would they be able to get back on SS?

Excellent advice provided by colleagues. I agree with prior answers. Do check on SS Trial Work period Program.

Can my Social Security Benefits (not SSI)be garnished if I have an involuntary lien recorded against me?

SSI benefits cannot be directly garnished at source. Legally they cannot be garnished after placed into your bank account if SSI is only source of...