Yes, one joint tenant can force another joint tenant to sell the entire property by way of a partition action. A lawsuit would have to be filed. ...

What are some ways a litigation attorney would have access/knowledge of the existence of a living trust and use it as leverage?

If title to the real property was in the name of the "trustees of the trust", which presumably it was and which is the proper way to formally...

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I need a trust litigator, that works out of Los Angeles, Calif.

While it is correct that any licensed California attorney can assist you, you are correct that you are better off with someone familiar with the...

Effect of quit claim deed on home with no mortgage/free and clear

Transferring your home to your children now, as opposed to transferring it upon your death, will cause tax consequences that could be avoided,...

Does anyone know how long after a petition for guardianship is filed in LA Superior Court, the hearing will be held?

It is impossible to answer that question without knowing a lot more information. A guardianship can be granted at the first hearing (i.e., just a...

Can a California grant deed be notarized in Florida?

It's not clear what you mean by "transfer to me as agent". You, and your brother, should definitely speak with an attorney to be sure that you are...

Petition To Determine Ownership- Are Certain Required Documents Allowed To Be Filed Later?

It sounds like you are filing a quiet title action. I would be very careful to file such an action without an attorney. If you do something wrong...

How can we go back to the previous property tax bill amount? My brother is having hard time making the property tax payments.

Typically, transfers between siblings are considered a change in ownership that would trigger a reassessment (unlike a transfer from parent to...

Was it illegal or improper for me to do so?

The simple fact that you typed the documents is not illegal or improper. However, reading between the lines, it seems that someone is complaining...

Can I sue cps

It depends on what specific acts you believe CPS failed to take and whether that failure caused the harm (or further harm). When it comes to...