If the facts are as simple as you say, it should not take anywhere near that long. Have your friend seek out a reputable firm with experience in...

At the point, your only real option is to set an appointment with an attorney experienced in this area to evaluate your case and your rights. At...

I respectfully disagree with some of the previous comments. Language in the trust will be of no assistance in making medical decisions, beyond...

An heir or beneficiary is entitled to certain notices and to request some information. An attorney would need to know more about what has been...

The answer if very different depending on things you do not mention. Is your mother alive? Is the house in a Trust or just in your mom's name...

The good news is that for assets in the name of the Trust, you should be able to get access to those funds without the 40 day (or longer) wait for...

The most common ways of finding a Will are to look through his papers, assuming you have access. Someone probably does. Another way: If you can...

There are Formal Probates, then various Summary Proceedings. Not everyone nor every estate is eligible for the Summary Proceedings. They are,...

This is a common scenario. The good news is you seem to have the tools you need to take care of this. If your mother has the understanding and is...

In CA, if you wish an notarized acknowledgment, the Notary does not have to actually see the person sign. BUT, they do need the person who has...