My parents are deceased. The will states my brother as the Executor to serve without bond.?? Explain please.

Attorney Chilingrian is correct in his statement regarding executors. The State of California is very interested in protecting the testamentary...

Who is liable to pay for funeral expenses?

Attorney Fromm is correct in his statement that the estate is normally responsible for payment of the funeral expenses. Girlfriend has no standing...

A custodial account set up in my daughters name with two (2) people one of the custodians cant get info on the account

A custodial account set up for a beneficiary, usually a minor, makes the custodian or custodians equal fiduciaries with equal authority unless...

Contesting A Will Time Frame

Not knowing the exact details of your situation, I can only offer general advice. The probate will end when the Executor or Administrator...

Can my brother move into a house we inherited, even though my uncle is actively contesting the will for the house?

Your question does not state who is in charge of your granny's estate. From your question I assume she has passed. Since you are talking about...

How can I retires my decesed biologicals moms belongings that were left to me, from my adoptive parents house?

Your first step to retrieve your mother's belongings is to write a polite letter to your adoptive parents that requests your mother's belongings. ...

Does a living trust need a stated provision for me to use a power of attorney for real estate transactions?

Control of the assets and affairs of a trust are usually governed by the terms stated in the trust. The title company insures the validity of...

You have asked a question that torments attorneys who work in the probate courts. Real property is relatively easy to find and there are various...

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I was granted guardianship of my 14 year old niece. Can I transfer guardianship to her aunt in Washington?

The prior answering attorney's response is correct. However, a good procedure to accomplish a transfer would be for you and her Aunt to petition...

My father passed away with a will leaving his home and personal property to my brother & I. What does personal property include?

Your question states that it originated in California and therefore, I assume that your father lived with you in California at the time of his...