My uncle passed away in Portland,Oregon without a will. His obit states he had 2 step-grandsons. Will they inherit the estate ?

This is a somewhat complicated question that can't be answered completely without a better understanding of your uncle's family. If your uncle...

Do I need to notarize a letter to my executor leaving money to a friend.

Ideally you need a pet trust. Click on the link below for a short article that I wrote on the subject.

I have power of attorney from mother. home is only asset. do we need to set up a trust account?

If you want to avoid probate, the best way to do this (generally) is to set up a trust. The power of attorney only works during your mother's life.

Irrevocable trust with credit shelter trust which is best way, bypass and survivorer, equal values or a 50 50 split

This will depend on what type of assets, their value, and the current situation of the beneficiaries. I would strongly recommend getting a second...

I need a lawyer who can help with my fathers living trust. he passed away on dec 22 in san mateo ca.

Terribly sorry to hear about your loss. I think your next step will be to have a lawyer send a demand letter to your stepmother to get a copy of...

We own three rentals that are in our name. How do we convert each of them to an LLC to avoid possible liability suits?

In a nutshell, all you have to do is create three separate LLCs (go to the Oregon Secretary of State website and follow instructions), and then...

How do I determine if a living trust is necessary?

Although not "necessary," a living trust is generally a really good idea. In your situation, a living trust can: 1) ensure that your property goes...

My common law husband left a will leaving me sole beneficiary. He had an irrevocable living trust with his ex wife.New will good

It's going to depend on what the documents say, and what (if anything) the irrevocable trust was funded with. Basically, you need to take all of...

I am the executor of my parents Revocable Trust. How do I step in now that my Dad has advanced Alzheimer's?

The answer to your question is actually going to require an examination of the trust document. Generally, each trust agreement provides for the...

Tax issues when gifting real estate property.

Have you made any "taxable gifts" previously (gifts that you filed a gift tax return with the IRS)? Assuming you have not made more than $5.34...

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