How do I find out if a piece of property is in Probate?

If an estate is in probate, there will be a probate proceeding on file in the Superior Court of the county where the deceased person lived. Check...

I need a trust to protect the sale of my house upon my death but can only afford a will? Can will be recorded with deed?

I suggest that you contact the non-profit and find out (a) if they can act as the executor of your will and (b) if they are willing to pay the...

How do I obtain a copy of a will/estate of my deceased father? It is filed in San Diego, California.

If the will was indeed filed in the probate court, all you need to do is go down to the probate court and ask the clerk for a copy of it. You can...

Do I need two signatures for my health care directive in CA if it is notorized?

No, the general rule is that you either need to have the form notarized OR you need 2 witnesses. Not both. There are special rules that would...

My father left his property to his 4 children with a life estate to our mother. Can my mother sell the property during her life

Technically, Mr. Myers is not correct. Your mother can sell her life estate without your consent - but the buyers only receive the right to live...

Does a car that was given to a family member a fews days before there death belong in the assets of the estate?

I'm sorry about your father's death. Write a letter to the probate lawyer telling him/her that your father transferred the car to your son before...

If the policy names you as the only beneficiary, then it does not go through the will; legally, it's yours and yours alone. You would still be...

How do I put a claim on property left after my father has passed and there is no will on file?

If no probate proceeding has been started, you can petition the court to be named the "personal representative". You need to file a petition for...

I had a trust madeesshe has made many Public?

Definitely hire a lawyer. I doubt that the person you are dealing with is a lawyer ... it sounds like one of these living trust scams that turn up...

If your mother is leaving the house to her children and it is her principal residence, then you can keep the same property taxes after you inherit...