Comprehensive provisions govern the liability of the person who obtains possession of or title to property using the summary administration /...

Why did my brother who was trustee take 5 letter that was mentioned in the will designating who was to get her jewelry •••

It seems that this question concerns a trust, and not a probate. You need to consult with a trust litigator and demand an accounting from the...

Probate at last stages and lawyer quit after never voicing I haven’t been paid!

I'm confused about the comment "My case was submitted to the judge". Exactly what was submitted? Did you file an objection to a pending probate...

I am a beneficiary of a Living Trust ? My sister was the trustee when the Trustor was alive.

Your terminology is a bit confusing. I'll assume that you are the successor trustee of a trust whose trustor / beneficiary has died. As trustee,...

Why my attorney tells me he cannot stop probate? I hired him to object bcuz property is mine. Its was not owned by deceased.

It seems that the house has been sold and the net proceeds have been deposited into three bank accounts. It is unlikely that you can "unwind" that...

My brother lived in NY and he recently pass away in NY. Can I file a small estate affidavit in CA, where I lived?

Your brother's state of residence controls how his assets are distributed upon his death. I do not know whether NY even has a small estate...

Can a lawyer force me to obtain an attorney?

No one can force you to hire and attorney; you can always self-represent. The problem is understanding that you may not get anywhere until you do...

Trusts?

It is not possible to answer your question without further information. I would need to make too many assumptions before even trying.

The successor trustee should have the trust reviewed by an experienced trust administration attorney. Many trusts are drafted to leave the final...

What are the guidelines to exclude someone from a trust?

It really is not possible to keep someone from attempting to contest the distribution plan of the trust. Drafting the disinheritance language is...