How is a "no contest claw best explained ?

Typically, it means that if a beneficiary of a trust files a lawsuit against the trust for reasons OTHER than undue influence, mistake, or fraud,...

MY step mom is being very secretive about dad's will. She sent me an old one. I know there is a newer one how do I find it??

If your father is deceased, check the county court where he resided to see if a probate action has been filed. Then ask for copy from attorney. ...

Does being an executor to husbands estate give me more standing as a wife if I've only been married one month before terminally?

You have priority over your husbands siblings to be appointed executor by the court. Depending on your husband's estate plan, as his wife you may...

Irrevocable Trust. 2 yrs since mom passed. CA 4 kids 3 bros 1 sister. $800,000 bro is dragging his feet can I take a loan ?

Whether or not trustee can make a loan from the trust depends on the language of the trust. But trustee can make a partial distribution. Court...

Do I need a living will or a living trust?

If I understand your question correctly, you need both. An Advance Health Care Directive/Health Care Power combo is often called a "Living Will." ...

My mother in law passed and brother in law is wanting to sell the house immediately. What are our options?

Best to see a local estate planning/probate attorney who can tell you what steps can be taken to slow the brother down. As mentioned above, much...

I don't understand your question. How did you "sign" your inheritance to your sister? If you gave your money to your sister as a gift, then it's...

Biological mother passed away and named all of her children in the will. Stepbrother wants to object

Step-brother gets his day in court. Unless he has valid legal grounds for claiming part of his step-mother's estate, he will lose.

Will a County District Attorney(Santa Cruz) pursue an action for theft against a Co-Trustee who misappropriated funds.

Talk to them.. Sometimes if a trust is involved the DA will want you to proceed against the trustee first in probate court for breach of fiduciary...

My mother recently died and suddenly there is a trust leaving everything to my sister. My mom's signature is obviously a forge

Make an appointment with a local estate planning attorney and bring the copy of the trust with you. Allegations of forgery and fraud require an...