I've read that a couple shouldn't make a reciprocal will if their estate is over $1M or so. If so, what should they do instead?

$1M is not a relevant number in estate planning anymore. That was the estate tax exemption amount some years ago. The relevant number now is...

Amount paid to executor of the estate

If you are asking what an executor is entitled to for an estate valued at $1M, fees are set by statute in California, and are 4% of the first...

If an estate is uncontested, is there anyway to change title without going through probate?

Probate is not a matter of contest or consent but a matter of value. Mr Palley gave you the numbers. If the property exceeds those amounts there is...

Will any creditors be notified upon my receiving an IRA inheritance?

Mr. Perry is correct. You may consider negotiating with your creditor's and paying the out of your inheritance. This way you get them off your...

Parents died in 2008 I was left one third of forty acres in their will. The property has not transferred to me as of 2013.

If the property is at risk of being sold by the state, it has been a long time since the trustees have done what they were supposed to do. Don't...

It is true that it is not possible to tell you whether you were properly served based upon the facts you have given. Further, I strongly...

What if an administrator will not finish 'administering' a will? I can't claim mineral rights until she does -- and she won't!

I agree with Mr. Daymude. In addition, the amount of the estate is critical in determining what course of action to take - whether by court or...

How much does an attorney charge for a probate case in which you want to petition the court to be included in the proceedings

It depends upon what position you take. Probate fees themselves are set by statute and are 4% of the first $100,000, 3% of the next $100,000 and...

When deciding to dismiss all or part of a civil case, does the judge consider the facts in there totality.

The other attorneys have given you a lot to think about. Good luck.

After I find out the settlement amount is half of my actual damage, can I amend the amount and set up another conference?

Potentially but if you already have a settlement conference date, you will have to file an ex parte motion for leave to amend.