Based upon what you say, your mother changed the trust after you father passed away. This likely means that the trust was revocable, and she could...

I'm Married and my house was put into estate without my signing and wife signing could that be legal ?

Title rules in real estate matters. Certainly if there was undue influence or incapacity, you can undo something that should not have been done. ...

How do i transfer title to real property to me in probate?

You cannot transfer title in probate, but as administrator, if you have court issued Letters, you should be able to deal with the bank holding the...

I am inheriting 25% of a California property (also a resident of Calif), will I have to pay inheritance tax?

You do not pay tax on inheritance. If there is a gain, there could be some tax liability but that happens very infrequently, especially if the...

Can I still add myself to an unlawful detainer action after default has been entered against all unknown defendants?

You can certainly file and make your case to have the default set aside. That said, make sure you are not fighting an uphill battle. Do you have...

Steps I need to take to contest the administration of my mother's trust.

I think you have some great answers here. If you cannot afford an attorney, you are certainly at a disadvantage, and and that is why people try to...

Once an attorney is hired for probate, how soon until probate ref comes in and does an appraisal?

The probate referee appraises the property WHEN the attorney or personal representative provides them with the Inventory & Appraisal with the...

Do I physically have to go to the court to respond to an unlawful detainer and what is the correct form to add to my letter?

If you are paying and moving out by the end of July, contact the landlord and/or his/her attorney and tell them that and ask them to withdraw the...

In a will contest, as long as he or she is licensed in the state, does the location of my attorney matter?

Location can matter but it should not be the primary consideration. If you find an attorney that you are comfortable with and you believe will...

If someone dies and they were still married but have not lived together in 30 years

I agree with Mr. Shultz. The first step is to find out of there was a divorce. If not, you can file a Petition for Probate and distribute the...