You will need to record a Trust Transfer Deed to transfer the new real property into the Trust. Your mother can likely amend the Trust to...

If the assets are controlled by a Trust, then the friend is acting as the Trustee, not the Executor. You should have received a copy of the Trust...

Generally, this would be considered a sibling to sibling transfer which means that the 2/3 you receive from your siblings would be reassessed for...

I agree with the other responses. While it is technically possible, it is not advisable. Your mother should speak with the attorney who prepared...

I agree. If the language directs gifts to the "grandchildren" she would be included. Is Father the Executor of his mother's estate? If he is and...

I assume you are also the Executor. Were you awarded authority under the Independent Administration of Estates Act (IAEA)? The Probate Code...

I am not familiar with a "will of Leah" either. If you have been served with notice of a probate proceeding, you will need to appear at the...

I agree with the input from my colleagues; but would add that you should carefully select the person you will nominate to be the successor trustee...

You may want to review how to lay the necessary foundation for each exhibit so that your documents (and other exhibits) can be admitted into evidence.

To elect portability of the unused exemption, you'll need to file an estate tax return (Form 706) for your wife's estate. That is generally due 9...