How do I put a lien on an estate or person I have a $70,000.00 civil judgment on?

If you have a debit owed to you by a decedent, you must file a creditor's claim within the creditor's claim period or you will be out of luck. If...

What to do if you can't find sibling after parents death?

I concur with Attorney James, she has provided sound advice. It is crucial that you provide truthful information, as failure to do so may have...

What if I think the executor of my parents will is incompetent and has mismanaged the estate.

You've already received the advice of counsel. If you don't want to take that path, perhaps considering consulting another probate attorney. ...

My mom passed away with no will, so things are going into Probate. She still owes on her house, can I take over the mortage?

So long as the mortgage remains current and you pay other required fees, such as property taxes and insurance, you shouldn't have an issue with the...

In a probate matter, in the Petition for Final Distribution, do you describe any outstanding mortgages?

The deed of trust, secured by the real property, should be addressed in the final petition for distribution, at the very least, as to how it is...

Can an executor demand that you sign a document waiving your rights to hold him liable for actions he commits as executor?

Distribution of estate assets cannot be made conditional on a liability release for any and all possible actions by the fiduciary.

Escrow closes on my dads house today . Once probate is handled , how long does it take for beneficiaries to receive their money

As Attorney James stated, probate is a long process. You could see a distribution within a few months, if the attorney is diligent in filing the...

I agree with Attorney Sonia. Not knowing the original POA date will not prevent one from revoking a power of attorney. It is crucial, however, to...

One of the most common methods to assure that one can remain in a property, as you describe, is to provide a "life estate." Your husband's can...

How can I get our ab trust taken off to the deed to our home

As trustees of your revocable trust, you should have the authority to simply transfer the property back to yourselves. You need to be sure that the...