Elder abuse

You should contact APS as soon as possible. You should contact an attorney to discuss possible breach of contract and/or financial elder abuse...

I am a Special Needs Trust benificiary on SSI, needing an attorney. How can I hire one with no money to do so?

You need to get a copy of your SNT and carefully read the provisions. Normal SNT trust provisions allow the trustee to be paid a "reasonable...

My mother died and her last legal will left my father as the sole executor of her estate. My father wants to give the jewelry to

Get a copy of the will and read the provisions. Your father as the executor of your mother's will is a fiduciary. Thus, he has duties and powers...

Small estate affidavit.

I agree with my with the other attorneys, a small estate affidavit (after waiting 40 days after date of death) is your best option. Also, check...

Generally speaking, an oral promise to gift real property is not valid under California law. If you are thinking about using Probate Code 21700,...

You have two options: (1) establish a formal conservatorship for your brother-in-law; or (2) you can wait to see if your brother-in-law has a lucid...

My dad died without a will or trust. He said I could have everything. Can I be the executor of his estate?

Generally speaking, oral promises with respect to real property (homes) are not valid under California law. Simply put, your father died...

My siblings want all of my assets my parents gifted me and are willing to do anything to get it.

I would recommend that you get counsel ASAP not only protect your rights, but the rights of your father and his respective estate. I would not...

Both my mom and I own our house . Is it best to have her gift her half of the house to me now or wait until she passes.

Given the current housing market, I can only assume that your home has appreciated significantly in value. More appreciation can equal more in...

Is a non-revocable trust or revocable trust needed to secure a home from the state of California should you need long term care?

You should consult with a local and qualified Medi-Cal planning attorney on these given facts. Medi-Cal planning works great when its properly...