In California, can a will be contested after 4 years even though the assets of the deceased is in a trust?

Then file a petition to probate his estate that wasn't included in the Trust. That will force her to cooperate and will give you powers to...

If we need to appear in the court after filed the Marital Settlement agreement ????

This has been asked and answered. The answers were clear and the answers won't change. Also, you lawyer should be able to give you clarity.

Dismissal of a divorce

Filing is not the issue, it is who served the other party first. If you filed but didn't serve her but she filed and then served, her court has...

If we need to go to the court after we signed the Marital Settlement Agreement for divorce ?

If the agreement has been signed by all parties, then the Petitioner's attorney should be putting together what is called Judgment package to...

Is there a freeze or can funds still be withdrawn once a divorce petition has been served?

There are something called Automatic Temporary Restraining Orders that go into place once your serve a petition for divorce on the other party. ...

What happened to the divorce lawyer? When does he/she come into the picture?

Or, better yet, the lawyer is saving you money right now by having some of the work done by their paralegal and office staff. If you really need...

Would a court be likely to consider 'results' of a 5 year old vocational assessment? I work FT & earn less than report predicts

Working is working whether he likes or not. A 5 year old evaluation would definitely bring objections since the job market has changed. Please...

Do I need to go to the court for the divorce agreement ?

If no hearing is scheduled, then no appearance is necessary. Just get proof that the judgment has been filed.

Who gets to claim our daughter on our taxes?

You are the one who gets the tax exemption since you are the primary caregiver. You can claim her every year on your tax returns.

What happens if the party that filed for divorce disclose his/her financial situation late?

Usually nothing. The key is providing full disclosure. Just do it and get it done and you won't have much to worry about.

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