The executor of my mothers will is too sick to file any paperwork, or do anything. What can I do to get everything in motion?

Is there an alternate executor named in the will? If so that person can petition the court. If not, you can petition the court and ask the court...

My husband of 31 yrs died and left 80% of his estate to be divided equally between our 3 sons in their 20"s. Do I need a lawyer?

If you were married for 31 years you have a community property interest in at least part of the estate and it seems you get the other 20%. If you...

I just found out, that our great great uncle died in CA in 1971. Can I still claim inheritance? Where do I have to address to?

It is far to late to make a claim. If you want to find out what happened you can check with the court in the county where he died. I would also...

Is setting up Family limited partnership an effective way to protect your primary and secondary home from lawsuit ?

This is too complex of a question for this forum. You need to meet with an estate planning attorney. There are many considerations, and if you...

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What is the order of debt paid in California probate?

Generally know, but that will be up to the court in the Petition for Final Distribution and your opposition thereto. If they are unreasonably...

Dismiss information

Yes the defendant needs to be served with the request of dismissal.

HI I HAVE A LIVING WILL AND IN THE EVENT OF MY DEATH I HAVE JEWLERY THAT I AM LEAVING FOR MY GRAND DAUGHTER HOW CAN I PREVENT HE

I think you mean you have a living trust. If this is important to you I would have an amendment drafted by an attorney to make it very clear....

"Am I liable for the debt of one who has passed. I am on his account because he needed someone to pay his bills

It depends on whether you were an obligor the account or were just an authorized user. You will need to contact the creditor.

My deceased mother's husband has passed away and has on will. who is next of kin or beneficiary? i am hoping you can help

If he has no will, his children would be his heirs. If he has no children, then his parents. If no parents, then his siblings. You are at his...

Proper subpoena service

Yes, if the subpoena was in the "carton", the person has been properly served and the process server can complete the proof of service for filing.