Do we really need a will?

For your son to serve as your executor, you would need to prepare a will. If you do not prepare a will, your son should be able to be appointed as...

How do I leave my safe deposit box in Switzerland to my fiancé?

Most Swiss banks have branches or associated banks in the U.S. You can visit one of those branches in the U.S. and inquire regarding granting...

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Which (or both) is best way for my wife own 50% of the house and pass to her upon my death-- Joint Tenancy or Living Trust?

The best way for your house to pass to your wife upon your death is to have a deed prepared that conveys the property to the two of you as...

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Collecting on Judgment Debtor's Inheritance - Rejecting a Disclaimer as a Fraudulent Conveyance in California

You state that the debtor is the owner of an insolvent corporation. If the corporation were to file for bankruptcy and the owner filed for a...

Where can I get information (from a trusted source) on creating a will?

If you make your child beneficiary of your will, the money will be held in a blocked account for the child until they reach 18 years old. The...

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What does a durable power of attorney mean in a lawsuit? Can I handle the case?

The missing information in your question is, what is the amount your fiance is owed? If it is less than seven thousand dollars it is a small...

How can I take guardianship of my sister while my mother gets treatment for personality disorder? She is in IL, I am in CA

Sorry to be a wet blanket but you have a number of issues you will need to discuss with an Illinois attorney before removing your sister to...

Access to on-going expense funds from a Probate Blocked Funds Account

Mr. O'Brien is correct in his advice. I want to add to his advice that if the court grants you motion for release of the funds to pay expenses you...

Can Canadian investment assets be protected from probate in a living trust that is registered in California for a dual citizen?

Assets placed in a living trust are not subject to probate in California. However, the California court's only have jurisdiction over a trust that...

What would be the best trust to set up?

My concern is that since you are receiving SSI you may also be receiving Medi-Cal. To be eligible for Medi-Cal you are limited to assets of...