The state will not take his inheritance for room and board. He may have to pay restitution if that was ordered in his case. Notice would have had...

Death and Pending Divorce in California

If he had no will, even if they can argue separate property, etc, his CHILDREN would be his legal heirs, not his family. She needs to get an...

How common are typos committed by probate attorneys on a Petition for Letters of Testament on behalf of an executor?

You cannot deduct the fees but you are entitled to have the estate reimburse you for the expenses. No attorney or any other person should have to...

My significant other passed away; who has the rights to his ashes....California state

The agent under the power of attorney for health care generally has the right to dispose of the ashes as he/she sees fit. If he/she does not want...

My Aunt passed and the heirs were her step-daughter, and her nieces and nephews.

You need to contact an attorney in OR. I would not sign off on the $1,000 without much more information. I am not an OR attorney, but in CA a...

If the heirs or beneficiaries are cooperative, you can get them to sign waivers of notice. If they all show up, the hearing may go forward even...

Top Notch Probate Attorney Needed for Western, NY

You should repost your question in NY. Note however that attorneys who reply on AVVO cannot solicit business so your better bet would be to use...

Do I need to file the Small Estate Affidavit with Los Angeles Probate Court? How much is the filing fee?

No they are not filed with the court.

Can I be sued by someone who was cut out of the will by amendment?

You must file an opposition to the Petition. The primary beneficiary has been sued and either needs to defend the lawsuit as an individual or as...

My boyfriend made a Will before he passed away, I'm the only named beneficiary on his Will. He had no assets in USA so I do

I disagree with the other attorneys and do not believe you need to open probate in Los Angeles if the entire value of his estate is the $30,000...