My mom passed away, no will, no estate, no probate. Is life insurance considered estate?

I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. The life insurance policy you mention should pass outside of probate, as a non-probate asset. ...

If I do not have children and have a will do I need a trust.

There can be numerous reasons for establishing a trust not just for having children. Trusts can be useful if you are concerned about a...

Can we remove my wife's mother from the deed on the house?

To answer the first question, you will need to look at the language of the Power of Attorney document to determine whether your wife has the power...

Can land in Washington state be sold using a Quit Claim deed or is a Warranty Deed required?

A deed is necessary to transfer the title of real estate from one party to another. There are different types of deeds, which relate to the level...

Why isn't there a requirement in WA state for beneficiaries to be notified of exactly what they are suppose to receive in a will

You should have received a Notice of Appointment from the Personal Representative handling the estate, and that should have included a copy of the...

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I have been doing business as a sole and want to convert my business to a LLC in Washington state. How do I do that?

I think it is a great idea that you are considering forming a business entity. This can help protect you and your family from any possible...

Order of Inheritance after death of wife (Date of Death: July 18, 2008 in Port Orchard, WA)

I would recommend that you contact a probate attorney close to you to discuss this matter in fuller detail. The answer may be determined based on...

What is a hr rate for a executor that did the repairs to my fathers estate Thanks

There is no set rate for a Personal Representative to be paid for his or her services to the estate. The rates that have been approved by the...

My will's executor needs to select an Agent to receive service of papers.....when does this happen?

This is something that will occur after your passing, and does not need to be done now. Your will becomes effective at the time of your passing. ...

Do I need to edit my will?

An attorney could not begin to advise you on whether you need to revise your prepackaged will, without reviewing the entire document. However, a...