Are you required to go through probate if there is a will, but the will has not been recorded with the county In Wash. State?

Yes, the disposition of real property needs to go through probate in order for title to pass to your brother. The other facts that you mention, no...

Where do you go to report a guardian that was appointed for my dad?

I recommend speaking with an experienced attorney to discuss these concerns. If the guardian is breaching his or her fiduciary duties to your...

I have formed a WA LLC to rent commercial real estate I own on Bainbridge Island. Do I need a city of BI Business License?

Yes, the City of Bainbridge Island requires all persons doing business on Bainbridge Island to be licensed by the city. Anyone with a business...

I sold a business with seller financing the seller defaulted and closed the business. How do I recoup the remaining balance?

The starting point will be to have an attorney review the paperwork for the sale of the business to see if the contract provided for any additional...

Do I need a corporate attorney to start my own business?

I would recommend speaking with an attorney who advises on business matters and helps with the formation of corporations and limited liability...

My sister and I now own our parents house equally. How can I force a cash out of my half?

There is no simple way to force another person to do anything when they have the same right to the property that you do. A partition action may...

You have not provided much detail in your question, so I can only answer very broadly and generally. If you are an interested person in a...

Lease rental agreements

It sounds like your renter is fulfilling his obligations under the lease agreement, and that you are receiving what you initially bargained for. ...

My father passed away last month and had a will. I've been told it's invalid but, it still needs to be filed. What to do?

There is not enough information to determine the validity of the will from the question. There are some concerns regarding the use of an online...

It is difficult to determine whether you will be successful in challenging the decedent's will or a previously filed quit claim deed. However,...