Is there a difference between a Will and a Trust?

As Attorney Wilcox stated a Will goes into effect at a person's death. It may also have testamentary trust provisions to manage assets for the...

How can I successfully establish guardianship of my (incompetent) husband when we are months away from Dissolution trial?

This is a series of complex issues and requires coordination with your attorney in the dissolution action. I am curious why a settlement guardian...

How to find Expert Probate Attorney; estate held up by other heirs for over 20 years.

If the probate case is being administered in King County Washington call the King County Bar Association and the Lawyer Referral Panel can direct...

How do I get a letter of appointment/administration without going thru probate?

Contact a Montana attorney about the process there. Probate laws and procedures vary from state to state.

How do I get an old living trust cleaned up and assets distributed after its been closed?

Technically the trust can not be "closed" until terms of the trust have been completed and any tax issues have been identified and addressed and...

When a trust changes trustee and situs is an audit required?

It would important for you to consult with an attorney who is familiar with settlement trusts and how they are structured. There may be terms of...

When a trust changes trustee and situs is an audit required?

It would important for you to consult with an attorney who is familiar with settlement trusts and how they are structured. There may be terms of...

Changing guardianship from on family member to another.

The process requires a petition to the court to request the appointment of a successor guardian. The successor guardian must be qualified to serve...

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Am i entitled to my mothers retirement, after her death if im the stated beneficiary? Even though she was fradulantly married?

As stated by my colleagues you should immediately retain an attorney to assist you with this issue. Retirement plans vary as to whether state or...

How can I take legal guardianship of my 16yr old "runaway" cousin?

He might consider becoming an emancipated adult. If she is physically threatening him a restraining order or anti-harassment order may be appropriate.