Trusts, gifts, and real estate down payments

There are a few options here. One is all the beneficiaries of both trusts consent. If this cannot be done, then having a court order collapsing...

Is it illegal for adults to tell minors to kill themselves?

More so than legal guidance, I would urge you to stay with your partner to prevent any harm to this person. Get as much family and friend...

Can a successor trustee spouse make radical changes to a Revocable Trust.

I agree. There is no way to give you a perfect answer without reading the Trust. Yes, a surviving spouse can change the entire terms of the...

In an irrevocable trust what rights do those that aren't listed as either beneficiary or disinherited have?

Just because they are not a beneficiary or a specifically disinherited does not mean they have a case. Wait to see if they contact you (if you are...

I would add to James' answer that it would be a good idea to have an attorney that handles Conservatorships help you with your petition, even if...

You need to see an attorney. Have the attorney review the Affidavit of Heirship, and you should have some proof on why it is false. Take the copy...

What are the legal requirements for transferring personal effects in storage to sole surviving spouse.

You are correct that a probate may not be necessary. Are both spouses still living? If so, consider a gifting memorandum now during life. Is one...

The two documents you need are a declination to serve as Executor and a Disclaimer. You should seek counsel to prepare them as there are legal...

Is there any way, other than divorce or legal separation, to protect my separate assets from any future debts of my spouse?

I would speak to an Asset Protection attorney. There are several strategies we can implement to further protect your assets. Remember, planning can...

My mother passed 3 yrs back and my half siblings from her new marriage were named executers of the estate.

There are a lot of questions here. An attorney needs to see the Will and Trust to determine what you are owed (if anything). It sounds like you...