On a living trust, a will, power of attorney and medical directives. What can be done if only unsigned copies are available.

Unsigned copies are basically worthless. I've prepared trusts for clients in the past which the clients never signed, usually because of an...

What is better?

Usually better to retitle the assets, but I have heard lately that some banks insist on TOD to the trust, ostensibly because they have to create a...

How do I get my mom out of the conservative ship of the state and the probate back in our name?

It's "conservatorship" not conservative ship and see a probate lawyer to help you out. You clearly need the help of a professional.

The plaintiff in an Unlawful Detainer action sold the property. Can the case be dismissed?

This is a landlord tenant issue more than estate planning, but there may be some elder abuse issues as well. File a motion to dismiss the unlawful...

What steps do I need to take to immigrate to Canada with my 3-parent family and my aging parents?

This is really an immigration question, not estate planning. I have changed categoties for you.

I'm planning on filing chapter 7 bankruptcy.

Your motor home should be exempt as your homestead but the exemption amount depends on its value and your age. I strongly urge you to meet with a...

California does allow hand written (holographic) wills. The will must be dated, in your handwriting, shows your intent that this is a will, signed...

On bankruptcy Schedule E/F, how should I fill out the form?

You list each account separately, But please do not try to file bankruptcy alone. There is a lot more to it than just filling out forms. ...

Who gets what shares from a trust distribution if 3 of 5 kids are "Per Stirpes" and the other 2 are "Per Capita"?

You are incorrect in your understanding. "Per Stirpes" means that if a per stripes beneficairy dies, that share goes to the deceased beneficiary's...

Does a contest(er) to a will need to have the verification signature authenticated with notary or an attorney verification?

No exception to the two witness rule unless the will was handwritten by the decedent. You should have seen an attorney to begin with. You...