It's quite possible that you have qualified for the senior citizen/disabled persons exemption program. According to the Kitsap County Assessor's...

There is no set time limit or deadline by which a probate in Washington must be closed. However, a personal representative/executor has an...

Mom and stepfather wrote up an a/b trust with pour over will leaving everything to trust.

It depends largely on the terms of the trust. In many A/B type revocable trusts, the surviving trustee is duty-bound to fund the decedent's...

As a married couple with a young child what type of legal will documentation do we need?

I'm sorry to hear about your health care concerns - DVTs are serious business. It is good, however, that it has provoked you to ask this question...

How can I protect my property?

To answer your question directly, you will need to get a restraining order in court. That's expensive and cumbersome, but it may be...

Adverse possession cases tend to be very fact intensive and in your case, it is your burden to prove all of the adverse possession elements: open,...

How do I collect what is legally mine?

As Brianne mentioned, you really do need to talk to an attorney experienced in probate matters. There is more information that needs to be...

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How do I resolve an issue with a neighbor over a property line dispute?

You're looking for a quick resolution. Following Mr. Sonkin's recommendations may help you reach that goal. Between yourself, the seller, and your...

Mom died in in 09, my brother is trustee. Property to be sold and split 4 ways per the will. How long does he have to sell?

This is not an uncommon situation in estate settlements. There are a number of red flags that you've raised, primarily your brother's failure to...

My mother died in April I have not received a copy of her will. How do I find her will for viewing?

Under Washington law, an executor a/k/a a personal representative, has 20 days to give beneficiaries under the Will and heirs of the decedent...