How and do you need to establish a trustee is unable to serve?

My colleagues have given you good advice. I would add that once your current issues are resolved, that you consider nominating only one successor...

Sadly, it's not all that uncommon that people are not acting in good faith when bringing elder abuse claims. Your facts could give rise to a cause...

Property reassessment question?

Prop 19 does not affect you because your mother died before its effective date next month. However, if you have already transferred title to you...

I agree with my colleague that Prop 19 does not apply as your mother died before its effective date next month. However, without knowing more...

A close friend of mine died recently and I was wondering when and under what circumstances his will would be unsealed and read

Within 30 days of the death of your friend, the individual in possession of the original will by law should "lodge" it with the County Clerk in the...

I agree with what all of the advice the other attorneys have provided you. I would only add that whoever acts as the administrator of the estate...

These situations only tend to escalate, so it is good that you are seeking help now. Your mother may be able to seek an Elder Abuse Restraining...

How can I transfer responsibility to settle my late brother's estate to his best friend?

I agree with Ms. James. While you can nominate the friend to act as the administrator, It would be best if an attorney was involved to make sure...

California's recently passed Proposition 19 effective February 2021 will have a significant impact on parent-child transfers. There are still many...

So long as he has mental capacity, he has the ability to revoke both the power of attorney and the will, but he should immediately create a new...