How do I get my step-children to America when the mother is already here?

This should be under Immigration. I suggest you consult with an experienced immigration attorney. Best.

If bank funds were transfered to a beneficiary 1 year before a decedent's date of death, would these funds be part of the estate

The 80K transfer appears to be a inter-vivos gift. So it would not be considered part of your father's estate at his death.

If a person has temp guardianship do the other adults living in the same house as the minor child have to be finger printed?

If someone is wearing an ankle monitoring device, they have been fingerprinted - by the police. The appropriateness of your children living with...

How to prove coercion of an 89 yr old signing a will & revoking the one made six mo previous?

Agree with colleague. See an attorney.

Trustee's excuse for not comply with state probate law

Successor trustee has many legal duties and obligations. He/she must carry out the trust creator's wishes (provided they are not illegal) for the...

Based on the information you provided, you should consult with a local attorney experienced in conservatorships/guardianships.

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You are not required to answer any questions - especially if they are self-incriminating - to any government entity/agency. When APS discovers...

I need to create a living trust but wondering if I can do it through legalzoom.com or if you do not recommend it.

Only an attorney licensed in the State of California can provide legal advice. So Legal Zoom and this non-attorney can only provide you with...

In reference to a creditors claim in San Mateo County:

Agree with Attorney James. If you have filed within the four month period, the claim will be accepted or denied.

My Father passed away on or about May 5, 2012 of last year. Have I waited too long to do anything as far as my rightsm as heir?

This process of winding up someone's estate ( whether through probate or administration of the trust) is time-consuming, emotionally draining, and...