According to california law can a married man (still legally married) give a general power of attorney to his mistress?

Yes, and there are probably other things to consider and give attention to: His earnings while separated from his wife are separate property,...

IN CALIF., IF WIFE DIVORCES HUSBAND, IS WIFE ENTITLED TO 50% OF "PAY ON DEATH" TRUSTEE BANK ACCOUNT OPENED BY HUSBAND?

In addition to the very thorough answer above, perhaps by way of clarification (because the facts and intentions are not entirely clear), if the...

In California, does real estate purchased as sole and seperate property remain so if transfered into an individual living trust.

If living separately, the purchaser's income would be separate property. But the status of the property purchased would depend on what was used to...

I was married when my spouses mother died she intended me to be the second benificary to the trust in the event he died I am now

The two answers above give you all the information possible at this point. I live in Rocklin and my office is in Roseville. My website is...

Does one receive notification of being removed from a trust or will?

There is no requirement to notify someone if they are removed from a trust or will. In California there is a requirement to notify beneficiaries...

Is there a form I can file in court if my sister, who is the trustee, misuses my mothers family trust?

Without more, your sister with POA or as Trustee can convey property and assets to herself. But that would be a breach of fiduciary duty and...

Do I need a Medical Power of Attorney and/or Conservatorship for my soon to be adult incapacitated daughter?

It's not clear if your daughter is merely physically incapacitated but able to make decisions and communicate in some way. If so, she could do an...

Dad wanting to add me (& possibly my spouse) to home title as Joint Tenants. What are the Problems/pitfalls?

As suggested, a Trust is the best solution, with you as successor Trustee after your father. Making you a joint tenant has several...

What is the maximum a trustee can expect from a trust that has $300,000 and just needs to be dispensed, no other duties?

In addition to the two previous answers, almost all Trust instruments mirror the law in California, that the Trustee is entitled to "reasonable...

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Can a successor trustee sell a house listed as an asset if the trust is not listed on the deed?

In addition to Mr. Hindley's answer: If the Trust lists the house, at least by address, and the Trust was notarized, fiind a title company that...