Need help to understand differences and applicability for Authorized Users and Durable POA for accounts.

Be very careful about 'authorized user." There may be a bank or two that allows someone to sign checks and not be the owner and not have a power of...

Are death records available for purchase if your relative died in last 6 months ?

They are public records. To obtain a certified copy you need to go to the county recorder's office of complete a form and have it notarized. Only...

Is there a way to become an executor without undergoing a probate? How can I do that?

You need to contact a probate lawyer. without a will, you cannot become an executor. By starting probate, you could be named Administrator. I...

While it has been a few years, there were probate hearings in Victorville, so get yourself a local attorney. Once you or someone has "Letters"...

What state must I hire an atty in first.

Is the bank account in New Mexico in the trust? Is it a bank with offices in California? But 3 years sounds like she is a New Mexico resident. You...

Can I sue my grandfather's estate to get back real property?

Maybe. Is there any documentation for the deal? Why was it done? If your father did it to avoid paying a debt, then the "unclean hands" doctrine of...

If beneficiaries are robbed out of Will and death certificate does the police need to be contacted ?

Contact a local probate attorney now. Is the parent between you and your grandmother still alive? Does he or she have capacity? He or she would...

What do I call this money gift if there is no receipt of where the proceeds came from? Should I cash the check?

Need more information. Is there a probate or is Aunt trying to do this using the small estate procedure? That would require 40 days to pass from...

Under Intestate Succession in CA, what percentages go to a living child and grandchildren and great-grandchildren of the decease

If decedent has a living child or children and descendants of a predeceased child or children, the estate is divided one part to each living child...

Can my uncle legally refuse to provide beneficiaries copy of will and sell house ? Do all wills have to be filed with court?

If the house is in the will, the sale will not close until probate is opened. No title insurance company will insure title without Letters...