I agree with the above answers. It depends on the engagement letter and the understanding between the attorney and your mother. Many estate...

How do i claim my 1/3 of a family vacation home in baja california. trustee has stalled 5 years. i want my share sold?

It's time to hire an attorney to review your mother's trust and the "Mexican will" and talk about your options. There are ways to compel your...

Can my husband take jewelry left to me in my sisters will?

If your sister left you her property, it is now yours. In California, taking someone else's property without their permission is called...

Yes -- tenants in common means you can leave your share to whomever you want. If you die without a will -- intestacy - your assets shall pass...

My father passed away 1 week ago. I’m not aware or sure if he left a Will or beneficiary to me?

I am so sorry for your loss. First, you will need to get copies of his death certificate. This may take a week or two. Then you need to go to...

How can i keep my families home. From being sold?

If the deed's in her name and she owns the house, then that is her right. You could offer to buy her out, and then the house would be yours.

I agree with the above two answers. You need to have the trust reviewed by an attorney. I am not clear why the trust attorney is already acting...

Five siblings one home only one sibling can hold title but the will says to all five? only one wants the title what do we do?

I agree that you need to see an attorney and have her/him review the will. Instead of assigning their interests, I would suggest you ask the...

No. It means that you look back to see what the decedent inherited from the predeceased spouse - whether as separate or community property - and...

What am I entitled to if my mother just passed away and is survived by my step-father

It all depends on her will and trust. People often specific certain items of personal property to pass to separately to children.