I hired an attorney to write a trust for me, a living trust. He wrote up four trusts because he said I needed one for me, my

Like the other attorneys stated in their responses, it really depends on what your objectives were. Having multiple trusts may be necessary where...

Probate I live outside of Ca. the case is in LA. Is there other methods of filing papers then in front of the clerk? email, fax?

I'd hate to discourage you from being in pro per, but it would be easier if you had retained an attorney as we can handle the filings, clearing of...

I was named in a will for an elderly friend who passed away but do not want beneficiary role for estate. What can be done?

If you are named in the will to receive a gift -- you can either disclaim or assign your interest. There are rules for disclaimer and assignments...

Getting added to my parents home title?

In almost all circumstances it is better to inherit a home. Your mom can set up a living trust and fund it with her home. Then when she passes, she...

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If a person dies intestate and has children but one is deceased, can the surviving heirs hide the deceased heirs existence?

It depends on what the probate status is. If a probate has been opened, you can file a request for special notice and a petition to determine...

In CA, does a spendthrift provision in a trust prevent the settlor's creditors from reaching the trust property?

The settlor's creditors can reach the settlor's assets when vested in a revocable trust. A revocable trust does not offer asset protection for the...

How do you know if an affidavit of small value (prob 13200) was accepted? The case shows that its pending 3 years later.

You may want to hire another attorney to take a look at this and check the docket. There should be an order on this particular affidavit. There...

What is a written supplement?

Check the probate notes to see what deficiencies or questions the court has about your petition. You will need to put them in a supplement -- a...

Under a california living trust, there is only the home left to sell. How diligent must the Trustee be to get the house sold?

The trustee needs to administer the trust if the persons who created the trust (the settlors) have died. There's lots to do. An Affidavit...

Living trust not able to locate it. i read what was on the site. can an individual do this or does 1 need a lawyer?

I think you need an attorney to review the facts, see the titling of the property and determine how to best assist your family. It looks like...

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