Our Bypass Trustees resigned. What is process to get my brother and I assigned as bypass trustees - we own most of trust assets

Hello,, Generally there are terms in the trust that provide a mechanism for a current trustee to resign and at the same time, have a new one...

Hello, It is recommended that you consult with a financial advisor to explore your options. Getting a recommendation from a friend is a good idea.

Are my brothers and sisters and I able to nominate ourselves for PR of estate?

Hello, Anyone can apply to be a PR for a deceased's estate. It is recommended that the siblings coordinate and decide who should be PR to avoid...

My boyfriends father passed away yesterday. Next of kin is his two children. Do step children have rights to $. Probate?

Hello, Sorry for your loss. If he left a Will, then his assets would be distributed pursuant to the terms of the Will. If he died without a...

Attorney will prepare and execute 10 docs prior to applying for Medicaid, which he doesn't do himself. $2,500 sound reasonable?

Hello, Choose the one based on who you believe has your interests at heart and not based on money.

Can inheritance money be touched by creditors? or anyone for that matter.

Hello, If the creditors are of the estate, they have a right to file a claim against the estate and the executor or trustee of the estate has to...

What is meant by standing?

Hello, I have attached a link from the CA Bar Association to a pamphlet that explains what is Elder Abuse. What you are experiencing would...

My husband and I will be out of the country for 4 days. I want to make my friends temporary and medical poa while we're gone

Hello, Yes it is recommended that you have an attorney draft it to insure that it is correct.

Estate administration - what should lawyer be doing?

Hello, I attached a link that provides probate information in NY. It is recommended that you follow up with your attorney.

Does the last living relative of a deceased person have the right to view the trust and video left by the deceased?

Hello, If the person is a beneficiary, then they have a right to view the trust and other ancillary communications. Being a relative is not...