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...

A family property has both my husbands name and his father. His dad passed away recently. Is my husband the sole owner now?

That depends on how title is held. I would recommend your husband hire an attorney for an hour or two of consultation on how the property is...

Is a document I signed while we were getting a divorce but later stopped the divorce still legal?

You should meet with an attorney. The presumption is that recorded documents, including any statements in them about community or separate...

If your father has acknowledged your half-brother as his son, the illegitimacy is irrelevant. And a step-parent adoption does not cut off...