If the bank account was titled as a joint account, then you brother probably had a claim to the account. But notice the lawyer use of the word...

IN CALIFORNIA CAN AN EXCUTR OF DECEASED EVICT FMLY MEMBRS FRM A HOME THEY LIVED IN FOR YRS W/DECEASED, EFFECTIVE IN 3-5 DAYS?

Did the daughter have what is called Letters of Administration? If not, then the daughter had no authority to file and request an eviction. As to...

Hello My mom passed away a few years ago without Will.

No you will have to do this in the county where your mother resided.

Divorce- NoAssets, debts or children together. No contact since 2008

Since you don't want the services of an attorney to get this done effectively and efficiently, then I suggest that you just be patient with the...

My mom died several years ago and had a will. My brother was the executor and is an atty he never sent me what she left me

The Will should have been probated if the estate was over $150,000 in value. If not, then a small estate affidavit should have been prepared and...

How do I go about proof of Mailing a notice of petition to someone ?

On the GC -020 there is a section to be used to show proof of mailing to all parties concerned. As to a waiver of bond, then you probably need to...

How do you get a trial date in a divorce case?

You have a pretty good understanding of the process. All you need to do is to file a request to set trial. The court will hold a Trial Setting...

My ex's lawyer kept demaning me to pay 1/2 the mortgage . What about Watt charges?

Usually charges can be wiped out or negated by any computations of any credits due. Such as what is the fair rental market value of the house? Why...

Is a death benefit from California State Teachers Retirement System taxable?

Is it a one time payment? You still need to report it on your own taxes but it depends on the nature of the payment as to how you report it. See...

I want to buy a house, however our divorce is not final. Can my ex get any part of the house?

You are allowed to buy a house after separation and generally it would be designated your separate property but the big question is, what funds...