A question about probate

I'm sorry about your father's death. As a general rule, an adopted child does not inherit from his biological parents (unless the biological...

I received a copy of the trust/will June 28, 2011. If not contested by anyone when do I receive a check? (California) Also,

It's not sufficient to know when the contest period ends. There are a multitude of things that can delay distributing a trust estate - for...

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Tax involved with taking mother's name off from deed

Actually, I disagree somewhat with Mr. Weinstein. If you file a quitclaim deed, the county (and/or the city where the property is located) may...

Stop a guardian from abusing elderly aunt, mishandling her care and money

Mr. Fromm is absolutely correct. You need to contact an elder law attorney immediately. You also need to contact the police and report the...

Can a reformation be done on a trust by the court if it's irrevocable?

It is possible to reform an irrevocable trust in California. It requires submitting a petition to the Probate Court in the county where the...

How do I get a relatives remaines from another relative who is unlawfully holding them?

California Health and Safety Code Section 7100 spells out who has the right to control disposition of the remains of a deceased person. You can...

I'm sorry about your mother's death. The contract your mother signed for the reverse mortgage should spell out how long the family can wait to put...

My brother-in-law wants to be bought out of the family trust that his parents left to siblings, grandkids and great grandkids

As Mr. Fromm so correctly states, it would be necessary to review the trust document before anyone could give you a definite answer. For...

What are the inheritance laws for adult children if a parent dies without a spouse.

I'm sorry about your father's death. If he owned property in Georgia, then you (or one of your siblings) will need to hire a Georgia lawyer to...

If I own credit card companies money will a irrevokable living trust protect my property from liens?

If you have the right to receive any "benefits" from the trust - for example, the right to use the assets or the right to spend the income, then in...