I agree with Attorney Doland. Until the probate court appoints you administrator of the estate you can't do anything regarding the administration...

If you try it with online forms you will probably screw it up because what you want to do is a little complicated. Find another attorney to help you.

Proof of name change should do it, but unfortunately I still see litigation in your future. Talk to a probate litigator to prepare for it.

Not enough facts here to provide a clear answer. If you are now living in Washington, you should contact a bankruptcy lawyer up there as that is...

I agree with Attorney Puckett. You need to retain a local probate lawyer to assist you.

A lot of facts are missing here. If Mom is deceased, your friend is entitled to a copy of the trust. If Mom is not deceased, it may be time to...

It is an easy fix with a signed codicil to the will. Without it, the beneficiary of the house is getting an expensive lawsuit along with the claim...

That is a question for a CPA or a tax lawyer. It is beyond my tax expertise without serious research.

Base on the facts presented I would doubt that the mother has any claim. But at the very least you should consult a probate and trust lawyer. If...

I can't speak for LA County but in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties it seems to be running three months. I suspect LA is longer.