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I am in the middle of a probate, and a creditor's claim was submitted by my mortgage company. Do I accept it or reject it?
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Answered on October 16, 2015
Do you want to keep the house? If so, the claim is a secured claim and must be paid in order to close the probate and keep the house. That said,...
Can an executor have a probate case closed through the court without the court hearing from the beneficiaries?
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Answered on October 16, 2015
Generally yes if you were given notice and did not appear at the final hearing. Sounds like you need to speak with an attorney as soon as you can...
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What can be done if probate case has closed and beneficiaries have not been paid?
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Answered on October 16, 2015
Why can't you get in touch with an attorney until Monday? When was the probate closed? Was this Sacramento county? Sacramento county has great...
Not happy/satisfied with probate lawyer- what to do?
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Answered on October 15, 2015
You can absolutely get a new attorney. Speak with a couple, explain the situation, and see if you can get a new attorney who can move things...
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How can my sister get legal documents to keep her kids with her family after she dies?
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Answered on October 15, 2015
This will be difficult if the husband wants to raise them. My recommendation would be that she do a will nominating who she wants as a guardian...
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As the Executor of my father estate can I demand cash funds be returned from his "friend"?
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Answered on October 15, 2015
As a cop you know only the DA can pursue criminal action but you can file a complaint. Once you are appointed executor of his will you can file a...
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A lawyer drafted a Request For Special Notice for me in a conservatorship and put his address. I want to use my address now.
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Answered on October 15, 2015
If the attorney has made an appearance for you the substitution is required. If not use file your own Requesrt for Special Notice and you will...
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I have an inheritance coming to me with a small sum be distributed to me monthly,=. How do I handle my medical? Will I lose it
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Answered on October 15, 2015
It is possible it will affect your benefits. Contact Social Security. You may need a Special Needs Trust.
Is certified or priority mail acceptable to serve a summons?
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Answered on October 14, 2015
A Summons and Complaint must be PERSONALLY served. You cannot serve them by mail for the reasons you have stated - there is no proof the person...
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CA Central District Court joint binders Motion for Summary Judgment
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Answered on October 14, 2015
File by the deadline. If you cannot file early it does not appear you have options.