Questions answered by Gregory Paul Benton

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Will an attorney take a case for a spouse that has no money when the other spouse is her sole source of income?

Gregory's answer | Answered on October 13, 2016

Sometimes an attorney will take a case with no retainer but where the client will consent to a "Lien" on any community property that might be...

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How can I divorce someone that now lives in Texas and I live in Fresno,Ca

Gregory's answer | Answered on October 13, 2016

You file the divorce petition in your county of residence and then have her served in Texas. Then once served, file the proof of service. You...

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If I am suing someone's estate in small claims court, will the other side be an attorney or the executor?

Gregory's answer | Answered on October 13, 2016

What are you suing for? Representation could be either/or both. But it depends on what you are suing for as to the caption of the complaint. ...

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What if the decedent does not have any creditors during the probate process?

Gregory's answer | Answered on October 13, 2016

Did you do a search of their records to see if indeed there are no debts? Has the 4 month time period come to close between issuance of Letters...

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How to complete a divorce when you have problems with:Closely held Inc., Divorce/Owners Suppression, breach of fiduciary duties

Gregory's answer | Answered on October 13, 2016

Do I assume that you aren't being represented by an attorney? If correct, that is your first step.

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What will happen now that my Grandmother left an inheritance?

Gregory's answer | Answered on October 13, 2016

There is a possibility but first what "instrument" is being used to pass on this inheritance? Is it a Trust or a Will or nothing?

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Can I deduct maintenance expenses, which I pay on a "Life Estate" left to me?

Gregory's answer | Answered on October 13, 2016

This is a tax question and you would be best served by seeking the advice of a tax expert. This is not a probate question.

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What if there is no will

Gregory's answer | Answered on October 13, 2016

The family must file a petition to probate the estate as an Intestate Estate - meaning no will. The really should hire a probate attorney to get...

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Does the Supreme Court of whatever County you die and have a copy of your will

Gregory's answer | Answered on October 13, 2016

You need help. A county won't have a Supreme Court. I think you mean Superior court. Any person who executes a Will is not required to record...

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Do I have to respond to a late Creditor Claim for a public entity after Order of Distribution & over a yr since decedent death?

Gregory's answer | Answered on October 13, 2016

Negotiate with the creditor. Have them agree to a lien on the proceeds of the sale of the home. If there is a judgment, then could lien it for...

Gregory Paul Benton's Answers (19797)

Will an attorney take a case for a spouse that has no money when the other spouse is her sole source of income?

How can I divorce someone that now lives in Texas and I live in Fresno,Ca

If I am suing someone's estate in small claims court, will the other side be an attorney or the executor?

What if the decedent does not have any creditors during the probate process?

How to complete a divorce when you have problems with:Closely held Inc., Divorce/Owners Suppression, breach of fiduciary duties

What will happen now that my Grandmother left an inheritance?

Can I deduct maintenance expenses, which I pay on a "Life Estate" left to me?

What if there is no will

Does the Supreme Court of whatever County you die and have a copy of your will

Do I have to respond to a late Creditor Claim for a public entity after Order of Distribution & over a yr since decedent death?