What happens after a will is "lodged" with the County in California?

Just lodging the will does nothing in terms of administering the estate. While a will may nominate executor(s), no one is an executor until...

Their contact information must be on the written retainer agreement you and they signed. If you do not have a written retainer agreement, you may...

You are correct, the 45 days starts when responses are served. No responses, no 45 days.

Is their different rules when a party files a ex parte application to shorten time for the opposing parties motion?

There are strict rules regarding notice for ex parte hearings. They include a declaration showing that proper notice was given (or should be...

Will all estates go to spouse/children if debt is owed and owner dies?

Without access to the accounts, it is likely probate will be required. During probate administration, taxes and valid debts will be paid, and then...

The neighbor"s wall fell on my property. She rebuilt it. She died. The investor (flipper)won't clean up his wall on my property?

If you file a lawsuit regarding the property that is for sale, for example for "nuisance" or "encroachment", you may then be able to record a "lis...

How do I calculate legal fees?

You don't get legal fees unless you actually used a lawyer. When legal fees are awarded, they are to compensate you for what you spent for your...

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You need an attorney to provide what is known as "limited scope" legal services. You will have to initiate contact, as this site's guidelines for...

Do we file a POS with original signature with the complaint?

Get your process server to give you another original. By the way, it's hard to tell from your question, but if you had the summons and complaint...

What additional document is necessary to prove my right to sell the inherited estate ?

You need to file a probate action with the court. You may be able to sell the house while the probate case is still active. Your best course of...