Can I get what my father left for me in his will even though the lawyer took the word of his family and didn't look for the res?

That's an enormously long time ago. It's extremely unlikely that you have a claim against anyone that will survive that length of time, but you...

My issue is to response to a life estate agreement and know my rights as a life estate tenant.

If the trust didn't say which expenses you must pay, it is subject to negotiation. Certainly you must pay all utilities and for ongoing maintenance...

Can I find a probate attorney to work on a simple probate for a fixed fee of $4000?

Your details aren't entirely clear. Are you saying your son died? If I'm understanding that right, I'm so sorry for your loss. Probate fees can be...

As Mr. Jellins said, it depends on why it was red-tagged. If it's in danger of sliding down a hill, it may not be possible to remedy. If it just...

I live in the county of Los Angeles county Ca.

Trusts are not normally filed with any court.

If the total estate is worth over $150,000 and/or real property has a gross value over $50,000, a full probate is required. Any heir or creditor...

What can I do?

You need an attorney NOW. It's probably too late to do anything about the house, and it's loss may have been inevitable. But you can't have this...

What are the FIRST steps to take upon death in settling an estate in the state of California, Alameda County?

It's wonderful that the family is working together so harmoniously. I'm guessing from your post that your wife, or your wife jointly with her...

You should take all documents to an attorney for a consultation. You are correct that a conservator does not have power to create estate-planning...

How can I request to receive a copy of a will and verify the actions of the executor?

You say your grandmother passed "recently." It typically takes several weeks for the executor to finish grieving, collect information, and begin...