Father-in-law left no will, trust or listed beneficiaries on bank accounts.

With no testamentary documents or beneficiary designations, the accounts must be transferred to your father-in-law's heirs at law through either an...

I am Heir, but what happens if all the belongings and car and money were stolen?!

I am sorry that you have been deprived of what apparently would have been yours because of a thief. Unfortunately, this is a difficult situation...

My friends Dad died and left property to be divided amongst 3 children; what kind of attorney does she need?

More information is needed on this, but a probate attorney would be the right choice under any scenario. A real estate attorney might be able to...

The notes are pretty clear other than the many acronyms and abbreviations which are probably what is confusing you. You should consult directly...

How Do I Find Out What I Stand to Inherit?

Whether or not you are a named beneficiary of the trust, as an heir you have a legal right to receive a copy of the trust and be notified of that...

Three brothers were in their 120 day waiting period when one brother died just short of his 120 days. Irrevocable bypass trust

You situation is difficult to follow, either because there is too much missing information or you have not clearly explained things. I assume the...

Assuming your father also resided in California, you simply need to decline your appointment. You should prepare and sign a written declination...

Can someone who is not an heir get reimbursed for funeral expenses?

Absolutely. However, California law requires the filing of a creditor claim within the statutory time frame to be reimbursed for this expense. ...

As others have pointed out, the inescapable answer is "it depends." Did the first decedent die with or without a will or trust? If they died...

Do I need to create a revocable living trust in each state in which I own property in?

Multiple trust instruments for the same individual are not necessary. Under general trust law, a person can hold title to property in the name of...