Is there a time limitation to file as an heir and/or contest mishandling distribution of a relative's trust/estate?

This is a complicated situation and sitting down with a probate/estate litigation attorney is vital. There are many different answers based upon...

My husband passed away everything was joint ie accounts, house, cars. Is his son legally entitled to anything

It sounds like the son is not your son. The answer to your question depends on the term of the marriage and if the assets are truly joint assets...

What exactly are the duties of "Executor of a will" ? What CAN they do?

An executor must file a will with the court and, if the estate is over $150,000, file a Petition for Probate and administer the estate according to...

Deed not properly distributed during probate 5 years ago

The other attorneys are correct. Sit with an attorney, look at the title and the Petition for Final Distribution. Usually a representative cannot...

How to invoke privilege for negotiations via email with the other side's attorney? don't want info to end up in court?

Mr. Pedersen is correct. Please be sure it is clear that those communications are settlement negotiations and you should be fine.

What kind of lawyer do I need? and is it enough to talk to a lawyer?

You have taken the correct steps. Just document everything and speak with an employment lawyer now. Even if you don't have to proceed, it is a...

I am Executrix on my Fathers probated estate in San Diego. I have personal claims to be filed on DE172.

Your probate attorney should be able to help you with this. In your Petition for Final Distribution you can simply request reimbursement for these...

My fiancee passed away suddenly, she had quite a bit of assets. The family now seems to be mad at me for some reason.

I am sorry for your loss. If the passing was fairly recent, you need to be patient for a little while. If she had a will, it will have to go...

You will not be able to probate a pour-over will without a trust. If the trust cannot be found, it may be deemed revoked. You will likely have to...

Can you object to findings and order after hearing?

You can object but it will not likely change anything. That said, I would review it and the issues you have with it with your attorney to see if...