My dad passes without will, One of my brothers and his lawyer

If your sister is a heir of your father -- sounds like it! -- then she can file a request for special notice against the estate and also file a...

What are the odds that only a copy of a will would be accepted by a court?

You can still probate a copy of the Will. It is called a Probate for a LOST WILL. You will need to authenticate the copy you have. The probate code...

What will harm if I spent all money owed to my brother through a will and I was administrator of my moms estate

There is likely a bench warrant out so if you get pulled over for a traffic stop -- you may get put into jail. But you need to resolve how you are...

What would I need to file in order to expedite closing my dads estate in Calif. due to pre-foreclosure of his Reverse Mortgage?

Hearing dates in 5 months are very common in Los Angeles county. Go in ex parte to request a prelim distribution or other relief. I'd talk to a...

I want to know if I can sue someone's estate if they were illegally named the beneficiary on a life insurance policy?

Unfortunately the answer is probably not. If he died in 2004 -- there's no way you can file anything in 2016 on this type of facts.

Hi, The fees for the attorney where the person is granted the appointment as Special Administrator is paid from the estate upon court approval....

Do I have to pay back my father's social security, if I refinance his home under my name?

This is a tough one. Medi-cal may have a right to reimbursement after the death of both of your parents. If your mom sells the home or no longer...

Can I sue a trustee for activity before as well as after my mom died?

Hi, If your brother is the trustee -- he has a duty to provide information to you and respond to your request for an accounting especially after...

How do I find addresses to give creditors notice in probate case?

You use the address on the credit card statement for correspondence. You can also send it to multiple locations or addresses for the same creditor...

Recourse for withholding a will & personal effects

Hi, I am sorry to hear about your dad passing away. This is a tough one. If he left a will or a trust, you would be entitled to see a copy. If...