If your mother still has mental capacity, and no conservator has been appointed by the court, then she can sign a power of attorney assigning you...

Your parent's trust is not invalid given the facts you provided. However, it appears that it may be out of date and may not reflect their current...

It is not necessary for the same trust attorney who drafted a trust document to make amendments. There may be a reason that the attorney is...

What happens if my aunt dies before she receives her money from an inheritance from her son?

Your aunt should receive any inheritance she is entitled to under her son's will, even if she dies prior to receiving the funds. If, however, her...

I don't know where to start? Do I go through probate?

You should consult with a probate attorney to discuss your options. Likely you will need to file a petition for probate and, if you want, you can...

My mother and father were divorced. And I am the only child am I the next of kin in California law , there is no will?

If there is no will or trust that states otherwise, then you are the sole heir of his estate. You have the right to take control of his estate and...

How do we handle conservatorship and help brother with problems?

From the information you provided, it appears that you need to deal with most issues involving a possible conservatorship of your brother unless he...

Can a granddaughter get a copy of her grandmother's living trust documents to see if she is a beneficiary, and if so, how?

You should make a written request for copy of the trust and will documents from the successor trustee and executor. If the trustee/executor does...

The probate code states that a proponent of a subsequent will who has received notice of a prior petition for probate or letters of administration...

When my mom had her revocable living trust written, she made both,me and my brother, executors.

Unless your mother changes the terms of her trust and will prior to her passing, or unless one of you resign as executor or trustee, then you will...