I'm very sorry for your loss, it certainly isn't easy navigating any of this let alone after losing a loved one. The attorney representing the...

You may check the status of an estate probate by searching for the case by last name of the decedent or by contacting the attorney handling the matter

Do I need an estate attourney?

I agree with my colleagues wholeheartedly. You should definitely hire an estate planning attorney to represent you and your family's interests.

Can a person having a life estate on a house sell it?

He can only sell what he owns, in this case a life estate which would terminate when he passes away. A potential option would be to keep the home...

80 year mother is in need of help to understand her she is being abuse and exploitation of her money and doesn't know it

Call adult protective services immediately, they will investigate this behavior and pursue it on your mother's behalf

Elder abuse

I'm so sorry to hear about this, please consult your local adult protective services and report your sister, it is anonymous and they will...

I agree with my colleagues, typically a trust that has provisions for the issue to receive in place of their deceased parent, however if the...

I agree with my colleagues, if he is on a 5250 hold you must pursue a conservatorship. If he regains capacity in the future you may be able to get...

Father died in January - lawyer still hasn't had a formal reading of the will (or maybe I was overlooked). How do I get copies?

I agree with my colleagues, the formal reading of a will is a relic of he past. Once the Will is filed with the court and notices sent to the...

Living Trust, Can the Trustee authorize changes in trust administration

I agree with my colleagues regarding the trust provisions controlling in this case, the trustee would be wise to seek legal counsel.