What are the estate rules in Washington with regards to spouses with children from previous marriages?

I agree with Mr. Lineberry and Mr. Steinacker. Your wishes are different from the likely outcome if you or your spouse passed away without a will...

It sounds like your grandmother is still alive, so no challenge to the will can be brought until after she passes away. Will contests are governed...

My father just died. I'm the next of kin. There is no will. My cousin says he is the executor of his estate. can i get his CD or

Washington's laws of intestate succession govern who would inherit your father's estate. Generally, the surviving spouse, if one, would inherit...

Husband passed away intestate. How do I petition to become the executor of his estate.

I am sorry to hear about your loss. This is unfortunately a common experience between spouses, but something where a local Spokane attorney would...

I agree with Attorney Kaufman and Attorney Potter that if you have indeed paid in full and can verify your payment history, then you should write...

Your mother may choose to designate beneficiaries of her non-probate assets including bank accounts or retirement accounts. Generally these...

Can the current executor of my grandfather's trust be punished for spending money from trust income?

I did not see any additional details as referenced. However, I would recommend that you speak with a knowledgeable attorney to review the trust...

How do i use the estates money to pay debts ?

Without seeing the specific power of attorney document it is hard to give you individualized advice. You should review the power of attorney...

Changing from tenants in common to JTWROS Washington State

A change from tenants in common to joint tenants with the right of survivorship (JTWROS) involves a transfer where the grantor and the grantee are...

My CPA is asking for estate bank statements before filing the return. Do I have to provide them? The estate has already closed.

If an estate tax return is necessary, the CPA will want to be accurate in preparing the return. The IRS does require that taxpayers, including the...