Does it matter if the Testator is listed as being "Single" in Probate case... However, the Testator was actually "Widowed"..? Do

Yes, it does matter because probate petition has to include information about a predeceased spouse and her issue.

May a will be challenged in court even before testator's death?

A Will cannot be contested during testator's lifetime. But if testator is elderly or disabled and you have reasons to believe that there is...

Do we have to file a Haggsted motion?

As a trustee of your parents living trust your brother owes fiduciary duty to all beneficiaries and has to abide by your wishes for their...

I would like to write my own will.I don't have a large estate. I have a condo that is worth about 225,000.00. I live in Calif

I agree with my colleagues and also would like to add that all Wills in California are probated. An estate planning attorney in your area will...

Is it a breach of fiduciary duty for a Financial Advisor to knowingly delay the distribution of inherited IRA?

Request distribution form the Financial Adviser in writing. Cc his superiors on the letter. If that does not result in a proper response to your...

Estate taxes and a public administrator..>>>>

If you are one of the beneficiaries of your uncle's estate, you have a right to full accounting. Demand answers and proof.

How do I Get whats rightfully mine?From someone that will not communicate with me.

You need to consult with a trust/probate attorney immediately. Your sister as an appointed trustee/executor has fiduciary obligations to all...

It is very difficult to advise without knowing details of your case.

Can you exclude entire side of your family from your holographic will?

All Wills in California are probated which opens doors to contests. It would be much better to set up a trust using services of an experienced...

Separate property in living trust receiving double step up?

I disagree with your attorney. In addition to a living trust, you need a postnuptial spousal property agreement that specifically transfers that...