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My husband inherited a home in San Francisco. If he passes away, does his inheritance automatically roll over to me? Also would

Craig's answer | Answered on April 26, 2013

Agree with colleagues. An estate planning attorney can provide your husband with all the information he will need to make an informed decision. If...

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Can assets be sold to divide between siblings after both parents have died?

Craig's answer | Answered on April 25, 2013

Agree with colleagues. Contact the Riverside County Bar Association for a referral - http://www.riversidecountybar.com/. Riverside's Probate...

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My parents had an affair for 20years my father was a poliitician and refused to be part of my life. he did pay

Craig's answer | Answered on April 23, 2013

Agree with colleagues.Based on the information you provided, you need to consult with an attorney who will evaluate this situation fully..

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I received a check from my deceased mother’s IRA, can I have that set up as an inherited IRA?

Craig's answer | Answered on April 19, 2013

Agree with colleague. Questioner, please give Attorney Mary Lynn Symons Best Answer or Mark as Helpful. Her answer was concise and thorough.

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Legally how long do you have before you have to start probate proceedings?

Craig's answer | Answered on April 18, 2013

If everything goes well, probate usually ranges from 9 months to a 1 year. If you need a referral for an attorney, here is a link to the San Luis...

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How do I get a DPA? Does the Dr. have to declare the person incompetent?

Craig's answer | Answered on April 16, 2013

Agree with colleagues. Once the person is incompetent, he or she does not have legal capacity to execute a power of attorney for financial and...

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My uncle passed away in 2010 in Lancaster Ca, at the time of his death he was still legally married to my aunt,

Craig's answer | Answered on April 16, 2013

Agree with colleague. Based on the information you provided, an attorney is needed.

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My parents had an affair for 20years my father was a poliitician and refused to be part of my life. he did pay

Craig's answer | Answered on April 16, 2013

Agree with colleagues. You will need more information. You should contact a local attorney for a consultation.

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Dont want to do probate

Craig's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

Agree with colleagues. Based on the action taken by your brother,, you should consult with an attorney.

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Does a lawyer have fiduciary duties to client/family to change irrevokeable trust to heir after clients death?

Craig's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

Agree with colleagues. You need to review the trust. If you need an attorney, go to the Sacramento Bar for a referral - http://www.sacbar.org/.

Craig Martin Scalise's Answers (168)

My husband inherited a home in San Francisco. If he passes away, does his inheritance automatically roll over to me? Also would

Can assets be sold to divide between siblings after both parents have died?

My parents had an affair for 20years my father was a poliitician and refused to be part of my life. he did pay

I received a check from my deceased mother’s IRA, can I have that set up as an inherited IRA?

Legally how long do you have before you have to start probate proceedings?

How do I get a DPA? Does the Dr. have to declare the person incompetent?

My uncle passed away in 2010 in Lancaster Ca, at the time of his death he was still legally married to my aunt,

My parents had an affair for 20years my father was a poliitician and refused to be part of my life. he did pay

Dont want to do probate

Does a lawyer have fiduciary duties to client/family to change irrevokeable trust to heir after clients death?