In California, only certain individuals are entitled to a certified copy of the death certificate. Informational death certificates can be obtained...

Not sure how to fill out the creditors claim form, would a lawyer be able to help ?

I am sorry for your loss. Yes, although an attorney is not required, an attorney can assist you with preparing and submitting your creditor's...

In order to obtain Letters of Guardianship, you would need to file a petition in the Probate Court to be appointed guardian of the estate for your...

Can I sue my trustee of my special needs trust & how does that work when she has control of it?

I am sorry to hear about your situation. Special needs trusts ("SNT") are designed to benefit individuals with special needs who are also...

My Mother died without a will. her late husband had two grown sons from a previous marriage. How would the assets be divided in?

Yes, the attorney is correct as to her husband's separate property. Any community property goes to your mother.

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How do we close a living trust with 3 co-trustees?

Banks often seem to be confused when it comes to anything involving trusts. However, the bank does not "close" your parents' trust. You and the...

As I understand it, your minor daughter's father passed away and your daughter is the beneficiary on his life insurance policy. In order for your...

Can a party (contracted by the bank) lock up a deceased person's home while the estate is in probate, costing the estate $$$ ?

It's unclear what you mean by having sworn in writing to the Superior Court to represent the estate. Have you been appointed as Executor by the...

HOW CAN THIS BE RESOLVED FOR MY 2 KIDS?

I am sorry for your loss. As Attorney Straus advised you, we cannot contact you, you would need to contact an attorney directly. You can use the...

There is no requirement under California law that trusts be notarized or witnessed. It is unusual, as well, for trusts to be witnessed. However,...