What happens if I abandon probate in California?

This question is significantly more complex than you might think. There is a procedure to "undo" a court order, but it is fairly complicated and...

Contest no contest clause

Ah, the joys of last-minute money juggling and the almighty no-contest clause. In my experience, no-contest clauses are frequently harder to...

If an attorney is truly disbarred - as distinguished from suspended - by one state, that may or may not have any effect on another state's license....

In California is it legal for a Trustee of a Trust to decline funds for the primary beneficiary of a Trust for legal fees.

I'm not exactly sure what you're asking, but it sounds like you are the beneficiary of a trust, and either you need money for, among other things,...

Can a bank just decide who a beneficiary is, when the beneficiary is deceased?

Ah, banks. Always remember the golden rule: the one with the gold makes the rules. I agree that a properly executed beneficiary designation must...

My sister is the executor of my grandmother's will. She also had poa. Can she withhold the money?

I hate to say this, but it is impossible to answer your questions with the information you've provided. There are many key facts that your case...

How to word a suggestion for legal council to my client?

I understand why you're anxious - people all to often decide to shoot the messenger. Is there any reason you can't just be honest? You've seen...

How do I get guardianship of my sister?

First, thank you for your military service. Guardianships are tricky. First, you need to meet with an attorney and make sure that you are the...

Do stepparents have legal right under survivers rights to 100% of assets in california?

This question sounds like a companion question on the boards, but in case it isn't I'll try to give you some direction. I'm afraid that your...

Isn't there a conflict of interest with Heggstad petitions - the attorney stands to gain if it fails and goes into full probate?

In the most general sense, yes an attorney has a financial incentive to do a probate instead of a Heggstad. However, an attorney has an obligation...