What to do with property that is in my dads name but has passed away?

Yes, you would benefit from an experienced Probate attorney to help with this. If it is in a trust, or was in a joint tenancy, a formal probate...

Mr. Light gave you good advice. I would caution you that if your mother covers for him when APS visits, it is not likely they will do anything....

There is a document you'll want to file with the county recorder call Affidavit of Successor Trustee. You will also likely want to file what you...

The only way if she is baring you from seeing him is to get a Court order allowing your visits. Obviously, that would be proscribed with some...

Mr. Gaffney is correct. An estate planning document drafted for you by an attorney will almost certainly have a contingent provision like that....

Was I supposed to have received notice of my parents' deaths?

Yes, under Probate Code 16061.7 as an heir you are entitled to notice on the death of your parent who established the trust. This is true even if...

In California the transferor of an exempt asset is not penalized. That doesn't mean the transfer is a good idea. There are many reasons...

What can we do? And how can she be qualified for some help? And where?

Who your cousin needs to see is an attorney that specializes in Elder Law. Elder law Specialists are experts on the health care system, community...

Under the facts you state, with a specific gift and enough funds to pay it, it must be paid in full without regards to the sums left over for the...

Some trusts allow such discretion for the Trustee, or appoint a Trust Protector with such discretion, but that is relatively rare. Still, your...