Dennis Pearce Kelly

Dennis Pearce Kelly's Answers (15)

San Marcos, CA

Probate Lawyer at San Marcos, CA

Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning

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Are beneficiaries of a Transfer on Death agreement required to pay the deceased's medical bills?

Dennis's answer | Answered on February 25, 2010

In California the assets of a decedent remain liable for the payment of the decedent's debts and other obligations. The fact that the assets pass...

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Do I need a probate litigator when my grandma fears her power of attorney but won't stand up for herself?

Dennis's answer | Answered on April 14, 2009

Sounds like a case for your County's Adult Protective Services Department (number in phone book or on line). You can ask them to check this...

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My mom and dad both passed away recently. i need to file a small estate probate. how do i do this

Dennis's answer | Answered on April 02, 2009

Your County probably has a Law Library. Law librarians usually are very helpful in providing guidance for this kind of thing. Second idea: Your...

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Can the person who will receive the assets of a Living Trust be the trustee of the trust?

Dennis's answer | Answered on April 01, 2009

Speaking as a California lawyer, I can say absolutely yes. It is quite common for one to appoint one or more of one children to be successor...

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Where do we start with creating a will and estate planning

Dennis's answer | Answered on April 01, 2009

Start here: Make an appointment for a free initial consultation with an Estate Planning lawyer listed with www.avvo.com. In advance, ask for that...

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