If a person has an out- of-state will and is a California resident (of two years) does the will supersede California law ?

No. If valid Will under California law or law of jursdiction in which executed, California will admit the will for probate and it will control...

Maybe. Generally, pre-marriage debts of a spouse are not community debts and creditor may not levy assets on non-debtor spouse. If you have...

I have an "Abstract of Judgement" that was filed in 1998 and renewed in 2008 . Can I collect on the current Contractor's Bond?

Maybe. You may collect on bond related to work which is related to bond only. If bond has been exonerated, you may not collect on another bond.

My name is on a car title with my ex girl friend with an AND. I paid for the car and it is free and clear. She has the car.

No. You and ex GF own vehicle jointly. You both have equal right of possession. You may not engage in self-help to obtain possession. You may...

Can I request to handle my own social security money?

Yes. You can make request to be paid directly. May need your doctor declaration supporting your request and stating you are capable of handling...

What is the process of getting power of attorney?

If mother has capacity, she may execute POAH, POAF and other EP documents and appoint father as her agent. Many attorneys will work with her to...

What can I do if Western Union issued me a bad check almost two years ago and still hasn't issued me a new one yet?

Make a written demand for replacement check. If check issued by WESTERN UNION FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. you must make the demand to CT Corporation...

Estate probate attorney to represent case against my aunt who stole the family fortune.

You need counsel. I recommend following referral sources: -people you know who have had positive results working with probate...

I dont know what kind of a lawyer I will need...I need help in seeing my mothers will she has passed away and my sister will

Excellent advice and summary of controlling law by my colleagues. They have nailed it. Retain probate counsel to represent you.

In California if only wife files chapter 7, can she still take the 100k 704 homestead exemption. Does she list 1/2 equity or all

Yes. Aunt entitled to full $100,000 Homestead Exemption. Depending on how home is titled, she may list $100,000 or $50, 000 equity. $100,000...