My former friend in CA borrowed $35 from me, how do I sue her in small claims court and put a lien on her property ?

Do you really want to spend hours learning the process and going to court over $35? Isn't that a cheap lesson that this person is not really your...

Can I sue my family's estate for taking care of my grandpa before he died?

It is not possible to tell from your question how likely you are to succeed. However, if there is a probate case, you have a very short time to...

What practice would handle fraud by a bank or notary on a deed?

Keep contacting real estate litigation attorneys. Some real estate attorneys only deal with transactions. You need the kind that deal with...

In addition to what Mr. waters has sid, once the 30 days has passed, you may be able to file suit, and at the same time, record a "lis pendens". A...

Can my uncle who is 1/2 brother to my uncle who recently passed away, be able to decide who gets everything?

The will almost certainly nominates an executor. If not, anyone can petition the court to be appointed administrator. The will should have been...

Yes, a lawyer can issue a deposition subpoena in a civil case. So long as you are just a "percipient" witness, you are only entitled to a small...

No, a will can not be created by a verbal recording. A will and a living trust are not the same thing. Wills must follow specific formalities,...

How much does a small estate affidavit cost (ballpark)?

Assuming an attorney prepares it for you, $400 - $800 plus notary fees.

It is an alternative to an actual probate proceeding. An attorney can assist you for an hourly fee, or you can do it yourself. A pretty good...

Why do I have to have a small estate affidavit to get to my mothers accounts?

Possibly the accounts were not transferred to the trust. For instance, you can have a home, but if you don't record a deed transferring it to the...