In Washington, probates are all before Commissioners not judges. It is only when TEDRA (trust and estate dispute resolution act) is filed that...

I think you should have an investigator look for the bank accounts or assets. This is usually done with the assistance of an attorney who has...

If a will contest or TEDRA action was filed, you should know which court and if it is before a Judge or Commissioner. Usually a judge in most...

Without reviewing the TEDRA, this question is really hard to answer. If an attorney prepared the TEDRA agreement, you should ask them why the deed...

Because your father owned real property, the estate was necessary. Also, you didn't mention debt or other reasons the estate was opened. You...

Guardianship are heard by commissioners in most courts in WA.

Your question is not clear with the facts. If I understand correctly, your parents are deceased and had an apartment. Your brother died while...

Intestacy statutes provide what you receive not what your siblings think you should receive. You should consult with an attorney asap.

Certainly if the facts you state are true, the bank is responsible for releasing the funds to the wrong person. A probate should be opened and the...

It is sometimes difficult to find a trust document unless you have a copy. I would suggest that you write or contact the 2nd wife and talk about...