I think that I was named in a deceased relatives will but I was never contacted regarding the will at the time of the death.

An Executor is required to give notice to beneficiaries and heirs, particularly if they are named in the Will. The fact that you were not...

The clerk of the court said there was a form needed for filing for a small amount. what is the form

Each state has a different procedure. In California, it is "small estates" and there is a section under the probate code that deals with it. Were...

I already asked this question but this is a better listing our lease is up in may we plan to move move in june we know for any

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My lease is ending in may 31st of this year and we have not resigned we planned on movine june 4th we know we will have to pay

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Should I get a lawyer and open an estate proceeding?

If you are the only family, yes, you should see a probate attorney. A rumor of a daughter is not enough. If there is a lead to a woman who can...

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For a probate lawyer. We have received a copy of a will, but the original can't be found. Should we contest this?

People change their minds all the time. It is also true that people have their minds changed for them by others. You don't say how long ago you...

Divorce decree required my ex-husband to have a $25,000 life insurance for his children (bene). Do they have a claim?

To add to the above, his current wife can make burial or cremation decisions and does not have to consult his children from a prior marriage; it...

Estate Planning. Living in Dad's home & pay all payments. What is the best way for me to take over the home if he passed away?

Dad can add you to title as a joint tenant now or as a beneficiary under a revocable trust. You do not say if you are the only child or not and...

How do I obtain gaurdianship of my minor niece.

You are fortunate in that everyone agrees to this and you are able and willing to take in this child. The process is not long once you get the...

My grandfather passed about 2wks ago. My mom had durable POA. Is she obligated to pay any of his finances even though

The power of attorney is inoperative the moment your Grandfather died. It is a during life document. Mom is not obligated to pay your...