Do I need either a "trust" or a "will"?

Based on the information provided, you don't need a will or a trust. You do need an Advanced health Care Directive and a Power of Attorney...

How can I compose a letter to the lawyer and request to be my fiance beneficiary?

This is a conversation to be had between your fiance and his attorney.

While in chapter 7 bk, my landlord increased my rent $600, without leave of court? Is the increase enforceable?

I don't think you have a remedy under bankruptcy law. You may have one under Landlord Tenant law. You may wish to consult with a lawyer who...

Can a child decide live with her Aunt instead of her divorced parents?

This is not an estate planning issue. I have moved the question to Family Law. You will get better answers there.

Who contacts me after death?

Per California law, the trustee must send you notice of the death of the trustmaker within sixty days of date of death as well as notice that you...

What are my rights as surviving adult child after father passes away?

Unless your father completed a personal property memorandum as part of his estate plan designating that the medals would go to you., then look to...

Keep in mind that TOD Deeds must be recorded within sixty days of their creation and prior to the grantor's death in order to be effective.

Should my wife & I taken the house out of joint tenancy & just have both names on deed for tax purposes?

I agree completely with Attorney James. I suggest you meet with an expereinced estate planning attorney in your area.

Property in trust left to husband in a trust, does the spouse of 33 years have any claim to house if divorcing ?

Generally, inherited property is separate property, and not community property, in California and belongs to the spouse who inherited the property....

Can the daughter remain on the title to the house if they sign over the title?

Punctuation would sure help us understand your question. Sounds like the daughter has committed elder abuse and fraud. I suggest you hire an...