Have i, my trust officer, attorneys abused my trust fund?

Frequently the trust will indemnify and hold harmless the trustees unless they acted in "bad faith". You need to have the trust document reviewed...

What is the salary range for family trustees? More broadly, the compensation for services over years.

The trust document will normally define the trustee's compensation. Often times, the trust will provide that the trustee is entitled to...

Remainder Trust best Option?

Sounds like the best solution here would be to set up an irrevocable Medi-Cal trust to divest your father of his assets, and enable his eligibility...

Can a person is able to resign to be the administrator after is being given the approval by a judge?

They are not required to serve. But as mentioned above, the Court would need to confirm another administrator in that person's place. Until such...

My sister added her name to moms property 50/50 % . Deeded the house to trust . Mom revolked trust .If mom dies now , ???

Likely a probate of your mom 50% would result. If there is no valid will and the trust is revoked as you stated, that 50% will be divided between...

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Is it appropriate to ask to use a tape recorder in an estate planning attorney's office? With no one to help take notes at this

It's definitely appropriate to ask. In fact, I encourage my clients to do the same as I believe the more they understand the subject matter the...

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I am the successor trustee of a revocable trust (California). I have a question in regard to distributions.

This may be a thorny issue later and it's good that you are seeking counsel today. It's clear that you're a responsible person, and probably the...

What should I do?

You need to view the bond as insurance Against the son acting in bad faith with regard to the sales proceeds of the estate. While the bond may...

How much It's cost for the Power of Attorney?

Sounds like you are asking for a Nomination of Guardian document, not a DPA. You can name who should be the guardian of your minor child or...

Does a Durable POA have legal power to execute a will prior to death (there is a named executor, an attorney)

A durable power of attorney cannot normally give someone the power to prepare or amend a Will. However It may, in some circumstances give the agent...