Do I need a lawyer?

Hello, Please note that who your Grandfather's designation of you and your Mom as beneficiary on his IRA rules. As Attorney James said, file a...

The trust was handled by an attorney, let's assume correctly. Can 1/2 the home be willed, disregarding the trust

Hello, Please note that since the house is an asset of the trust, when the first of your parents passes, generally, with a living trust, the...

Hello, Please note that your sister is not obligated to provide you with an accounting of the assets she handled for your Mom as the agent of...

Why would exucters of my parents estate hire the attorney who wrote will to be co exucter. Is this normal to have 3 exucuters?

Hello, Please note that the executors cannot name other executors to someone else's Will. If the probate court deems it necessary it may...

Is undue influence when a party transfers property days prior to death and gifts to a friend who helps her do the transfers?

Hello, I attached a link that provides a general definition of undue influence. If your situation is close to the description you may want to...

Can we begin the process to list and sell my deceased father's homes?

Hello, Since you have been appointed executor you would have received some instructions on what are your responsibilities. If not, consult with...

How does a family member claim possessions when there is no will? I believe the Probate process has begun. Thank you !

Hello, If your cousin's Will cannot be located, then she died intestate and the intestacy laws of WA would determine the distribution of her...

What does 'Waiver of Board to be executed for the Probate Petition' mean?

Hello, Before signing a form, you should meet with a local probate attorney to review your forms and to advise you. Many offer complimentary...

I am named in a Will, but I am not to directly receive any of the proceeds from the real property sale. The executor sold the

Hello, It is recommended that you ask the Executor how the cash proceeds were divided or for an accounting.

The beneficiary of a trust, is offering me personal items in exchange for a signed release that I will never contest this trust

Hello, You should contact a local attorney who can review all of the relevant documents before signing the release.