CAN THE EXECUTOR OF AN ESTATE,IF STIPULATED IN THE WILL, CHANGE A REVOCABLE TRUST?

The pourover Will which names the Executor does not control the Trust. The named Trustee of the Trust is who carries out the terms of the trust. ...

Probate? Case is at accounting and final distribution. Unadopted Stepbrother decided he wanted to object.

This question has been asked and answered by several attorneys on this site - there is no reason to settle, he has NO standing to receive anything...

Unadopted stepbrother came to court to object.

We have previously responded to this. Unless he has a written instrument that can be proved, he has no right to a part of the estate. He can file...

A few pertinent questions, you say you each "received" half of the house - is the probate completed and a Judgment recorded transferring one-half...

First, in this instance, you should retain counsel as your fiduciary duty. The prior attorney should provide you with his file once you provide...

Biological mother passed away and named all of her children in the will. Stepbrother wants to object

Suggest you have legal counsel. He will file written Objections AND you should receive a copy by mail PRIOR to the next court hearing. Unless he...

Property after death

The power of attorney ends at the death of the wife. If the property was her separate property (inherited or property she owned prior to...

Trusts do not get recorded. Your mother should have a Certification of Trust-Affidavit of Death showing that she is the surviving settlor/trustee...

CA intestacy laws?

Parents would be first to get distribution, if parents are not living, then your siblings, if your siblings not alive, then their children (your...

How do I stop another family member from changing the deed to my parent's home without my approval?

If title to the property is in their name alone, then record your Power of Attorney in the County where the property is located.