Agree with responses. Need more facts to opine on likelihood of success. Yes. there are pro bona and contingency based attorneys.

What to do if trustees have chosen a strategy of forcing litigation on beneficiaries which will drain the trust of money?

Agree with colleagues. You may file petition with court to bring trust under court supervision. Among other relief, you may request specific...

I agree with colleagues. Your question is the "tip of the iceburg". Simple answer is that the goal stated can be accomplished. Too many other...

CA trust question

Impossible to answer when this particular trust terminates based on facts provided. Trust termination can be upon several different events: when...

How should I deal with a Trust Accounting ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT APPROVAL & RELEASE which contains unacceptable provisions?

Easy. Do not sign the release. Consult trust and estate attorney. Review the accounting and your objections with counsel. Counsel will help you...

How do I leave my safe deposit box in Switzerland to my fiancé?

I agree with colleagues. Continue to work with bank to names your intended beneficiaries. Trip to Switzerland should not be necessary for this...

Is there any similar statutes between CA Probate Code and the Uniform Trust Code?

Yes. Portions of CA trust law closely follow Uniform trust and probate codes. See CA Probate Code 16061.7, 16061.8, and 16061.9 and related notes.

I agree with colleagues. Length of time varies with each matter. General range in Los Angeles is 6 to 9 months.

Got sued by credit card company. Can I file bk? Would that count as the response to the sue notice?

Agree with colleagues. Yes -you can file for bankruptcy provided you meet all requirements. Filing BK is not a response to the civil suit. ...

What wording is imperative to have in a "release of liability" once a payment schedule has been fulfilled?

I agree with colleagues. I need additional facts to opine further. Some observations and suggestions: retain all evidence of the payments that...