Matthew W. Harris's Answers (203)

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How can my developmentally disabled sister force her boyfriend to move out of her apartment?

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 11, 2015

She needs to actually break up with her boyfriend. If he does not move out, call the police to have him removed. The police can issue a...

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What type of attorney handles homeowners claims and homeowners claim against neighbor?

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 11, 2015

You need a local real estate attorney to assist you with your private nuisance and land issues. Best of luck.

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Within 30 days ?

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 11, 2015

Yes, you need to lodge the will ($50 filing fee) with the local superior court. I assume that you have a pour-over will or will with a small...

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I'm confused about the wording of a will , "the estate"

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 11, 2015

You need to review the terms of the will with respect to the payment of the decedent's debts and expenses. If a home is involved you will...

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Surviving spouse needs to transfer deed of house into her name.

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 11, 2015

Is title held in individual names or in the name of the trust? You will probably have to record affidavit-death of joint tenant or affidavit-death...

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I was trustee of my mothers estate,my brother had me removed because I didn't act fast enough in selling real property,a house.

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 10, 2015

Were you removed by the court or by fellow siblings majority vote? If your brother wants to purchase the home he needs to buy out the other...

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Placing a capital loss carry forward to my irrevocable trust

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 10, 2015

You need to consult with a local tax attorney/CPA. Many attorneys offer free consultations.

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I take care of a 90 year old . He gifted me his 2 houses.his children are suing me in probate to get the houses back

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 10, 2015

I assume the children are arguing that their father lacks capacity, you exerted undue influence, and perhaps even elder abuse, correct? If this is...

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Is a irrevocable life insurance trust filed somewhere in the state of california?

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 10, 2015

Generally speaking, an ILIT is private document kept with the person who created it, his or her respective attorney, and the insurance agency. Do...

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I donated a car to St. Vincent De Paul charity at the end of 2014 and now a collections agency wants to collect $4000+ from me.

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 10, 2015

Gather all of your documentation and make a persuasive case to the collection agency. I am sure that St. Vincent made you feel out some paperwork...

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