PRO

Christine James's Answers (20819)

Call for a FREE consultation Call (866) 684-7169 Message View Profile

Call for a FREE consultation Call (866) 684-7169 Message View Profile

Archived

CA Probate, can I make a family provision claim after 12 months ?

Christine's answer | Answered on February 17, 2019

This scenario sounds familiar. It seems you have posted on AVVO before. You really need an attorney and the clock is ticking. Use the Find a...

Archived

My question is

Christine's answer | Answered on February 17, 2019

I don’t see a question and the post itself is not clear. It sounds like you just have to wait a period of time until your distribution. That is...

Archived

Service?

Christine's answer | Answered on February 15, 2019

No, that is not acceptable service. You need to make several attempts to physically and personally serve the person at their residence. A mailbox...

Archived

Brother was a bnficiary on moms estate, he died(2yrs) and his estate hasn't been settled, does his estate still need a k1 fr mom

Christine's answer | Answered on February 15, 2019

K1's are only required if there is sufficient income to require one. It would be a good idea to speak with an attorney about what is necessary to...

Archived

Husband recently passed away & am wanting to sell the house BUT, it seems as though my name is on the deed but not on the title?

Christine's answer | Answered on February 15, 2019

I am sorry you are having to deal with this. Title and Deed is the same thing so it appears there is some confusion. Start by having an attorney...

Archived

How can I get my brother's accounts closed and notify parties of his death if I am not next of kin and it's all in probate?

Christine's answer | Answered on February 15, 2019

If it is in probate, that will be handled by the administrator through that probate process. If you are concerned, have an attorney review the...

Archived

What do you have to say in a statement to be published in a newspaper that you have filed for probate?

Christine's answer | Answered on February 15, 2019

The Notice of Petition to Administer Estate must be served on everyone who is interested in the matter, including the FTB and DHCS and published in...

Archived

My landlord was handed a summons that was for me and he opened it and had his roommate lie about Do I have any legal recourse?

Christine's answer | Answered on February 15, 2019

You have no legal recourse against the people who took the summons and complaint. It was very likely handed to your landlord which is common when...

Archived

Am I entitled to my pictures?

Christine's answer | Answered on February 15, 2019

The pictures belong to your parents right now. Unless and until they are transferred to you the "gift" is not complete and you have no legal right...

Archived

What to do if a judgement debtor is filing chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Christine's answer | Answered on February 15, 2019

If the BK has not been filed you can proceed with your debtor's exam. That said, once filed the collection will be stayed so while you may gain...