If a trust was created under a will then is it also filed with the court? is the will a public record?

If the Will was lodged with the local probate court, you can request a copy. Given your description of the trust, it was a testamentary trust (one...

As executor of an estate, am I able to close escrow even if the court appointed referee has not completed their appraisal/review

Your answer depends on a thorough review of your situation. If you don't have a probate attorney assisting you, this would be the right time to go...

How do I get a copy of a will?

Attorney James has provided you a solid response, as always. If nothing is working to get your sister to share the information, you'll need a...

What do i charge successor trustee with.

You've provided a lot on information but no actual details or intelligible question. Your brother cannot use a POA as agent for your mother, over...

Is a heggstad petition my only option? Notary did not put her tittle(notary) after her name in the deed transfer dated.

Attorney Daymude has provided to accurate information. Your best bet at this time, to sort out the details, would be to consult with local...

Deed of trust for loan

I agree with my colleagues. To their point, you need to be sure that the deed or deeds of trust are drafted properly. It will be well worth what...

Can a Trustee who is also a beneficiary use trust funds to pay an attorney if the cause of action

A trustee is permitted to use trust assets for trust business, generally. This would include hiring an attorney for any legitimate purpose. That...

We got a copy of the trust, now need help to decipher one area, so my father-in-law can execute the trust.

Your answer is in the specific language of the trust instrument. Have the trust reviewed by a trust attorney for analysis of the particular...

Can an irrevocable trust ever become revocable again after a death?

The rule of thumb is that a revocable living trust becomes irrevocable upon the trustor's death. Are there any circumstances where that trust...

As stated the form of account ownership is going to shed much light on your situation. While, at the sale time, your sister, as agent, in the...