Hello. What are the steps I would take to get conservatorship of my elderly Mother? Thanks

Rules related to filing and obtaining conservatorship vary by jurisdiction. Contact local and state Bar Associations for referral. Important...

What is the best way to protect against catastrophic end of life medical bills so I can leave a small inheritance for my heirs?

Many options available to protect estate and ensure you receive Medicare and MediCal assistance if needed. Tactics ideal for your situation depend...

How does the Bar help people dealing with elder abuse. Are they charged at a discount rate or are they just helped by a

Attorneys help in various ways in assisting victims of elder abuse. May represent in civil collections matters, injunctions, conservatorship. You...

I just received a mail that says Notice of Wihdrawal of Attorney a year after my divorce was granted. What does this mean?

Yes. Notice of Withdrawal is standard practice after matter completed. Notice of withdrawal means attorney no longer representing you in this...

As the creditor, what steps do I take to get what's owed to me if estate was in a living trust. No probate

Send Creditor's Claim to Trustee with specific due date for payment. If no response There may be no favorable response from Trustee, contact to...

My father cant testify at his own elder abuse restraining order due to mental incapacity, I have POA, will it be denied?

Yes. You may testify. In fact, court will be very interested in your testimony under these circumstances and want to hear from you. Maybe. ...

My mother died 7 years ago. She left a parcel of land under $100,000. How do I split this property in probate?

Mother died intestate. You and brother each entitled to 50% of her estate. Brother died after his inheritance vested and before...

When must a valid Summons/Citation & a Petition be served on a Respondent/Objector after a Petition is filed in Probate Court?

Varies. Not all "Respondent/Objector" entitled to receive "Summons/Citation". However. court will set status or case management conference(s) to...

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How long does administrator of estate have to close an estate?

Administrator has reasonable time to close estate. Reasonable time depends on number of factors including: -size of estate -presence of...

Does a probate judge need to understand Federal Law?

Yes. Probate judge must understand federal law as it related to matters he/she decides. Yes. Probate has necessary expertise. Yes. Research...