How much information has to show in a probate's final accounting?

As stated, attaching the documents is not required in an accounting, but certainly the $90,000 should be in the accounting somewhere. It may be...

Currently, Executor has full authority under IAEA during probate. Does that authority *continue* after probate is closed?

When probate closes, the court issues an Order that allows the executor to distribute the assets to the trustee. The trustee then takes over and...

Mr. Pearcy is correct, but all fees are negotiable. While California has a statutory fee that is set, that is the maximum fee an attorney can...

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Does joint bank account avoid probate?

A joint account does not go through probate. You and your sister can split the money in the account and close it if you like. Just a note, if...

I received a Judgment in my favor but no court costs. Does this sound like a mistake?

You are likely entitled to costs but need to file a Memorandum of Costs with the court. I would start by completing and filing the form and see if...

Ought I get legal advice:

Check Dade County records. If no probate was ever filed you may still be able to get involved. If probate was filed and you never received notice...

My dad is recently deceased. Can my dad's ex-wife sue me for an equalization payment that supposedly was not paid?

Technically she is entitled to the payment from the estate. If the agreement at the time of the divorce was that he keep her on the life insurance...

Can Medi cal expense out 'last illness' Their claim is for the entire life of the decedent. This does not seem fair to the rest

Both attorneys give accurate and appropriate responses to your question. This is a tough issue and it may not seem fair, but the state should not...

When 2 people want to be co-conservator 1 for person & 1 for estate do each person have to fill out separate forms or 1 form?

Each will need to petition separate but can and should do so at the same time so the matters are heard together.

My dad passed away in Ca., no will but owned house before new wife, she wants everything what are my rights

Someone will need to open probate and yes you can force the property to be sold and have her move out.