Questions answered by Craig Martin Scalise

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If charities got an heirs gift from the Will by mistake(a LARGE gift) & the gift to them were ALL in stocks & bonds, is it possi

Craig's answer | Answered on March 22, 2013

Agree with Attorney Frederick You need to consult with an attorney for a thorough evaluation of the facts.

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Filing small estate probate without an attorney

Craig's answer | Answered on March 22, 2013

Agree with Attorney James. Here is the link to the Nolo Probate book -...

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What type of form would I need to let the probate court know that they forgot to give notice to 2 of the heirs in the Will?

Craig's answer | Answered on March 22, 2013

Agree with Attorney James and Frederick. You should consider with a local probate attorney.

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Declaration of assets

Craig's answer | Answered on March 22, 2013

Not sure want the question is. Please provide more information. Appears to be a personal injury matter.

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My Mother passed away 2 years ago, my sister and her family are living in the home , not paying rent,

Craig's answer | Answered on March 22, 2013

There are many unknowns here. Why hasn't the trust been settled? Who is the current trustee? Are you a beneficiary? If you are a beneficiary, has...

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What does a minor counsel attorney look for when making his decision?

Craig's answer | Answered on March 22, 2013

Generally, the court looks to what is in the best interests of the child. There are several factors that are used to make that determination....

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What does " Need proof of personal service to Trustee" mean concerning a trust matter,original petition was for instructions,

Craig's answer | Answered on March 22, 2013

Agreed with Attorney Steingraber. The service must be in person; best to hire a professional process server.

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If there is no will, and your mother dies your only option is probate? What if there are no funds to file?

Craig's answer | Answered on March 22, 2013

Agree with the other attorneys. Based on the fair market value of the home, the estate will have to be probated. Probate is time-consuming, public,...

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We have 50/50 custody – after 6 years of attending the same school, father now wants to change child's school.

Craig's answer | Answered on March 22, 2013

It may be "unfair" to dad but the court is concerned with what is in the child's best interest. It seems that you have a number of factors in your...

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Am I married??? I am a US citizen and went to Scotland and married and registered to a Scottish who's a UK citizen.

Craig's answer | Answered on March 22, 2013

You should consult with a family law attorney in LA county. The Los Angeles County Bar Association can provide you with a referral. Here is the...

Craig Martin Scalise's Answers (168)

If charities got an heirs gift from the Will by mistake(a LARGE gift) & the gift to them were ALL in stocks & bonds, is it possi

Filing small estate probate without an attorney

What type of form would I need to let the probate court know that they forgot to give notice to 2 of the heirs in the Will?

Declaration of assets

My Mother passed away 2 years ago, my sister and her family are living in the home , not paying rent,

What does a minor counsel attorney look for when making his decision?

What does " Need proof of personal service to Trustee" mean concerning a trust matter,original petition was for instructions,

If there is no will, and your mother dies your only option is probate? What if there are no funds to file?

We have 50/50 custody – after 6 years of attending the same school, father now wants to change child's school.

Am I married??? I am a US citizen and went to Scotland and married and registered to a Scottish who's a UK citizen.