My mother has a will made in California, she now lives in Washington state. Does the will have to be updated by a lawyer here?

I agree with all answers posted. If your mother will remain in WA for the foreseeable future she should seek the review and counsel of a WA state...

Can a personal guarantee in a commercial real estate lease be valid if the lease was signed not in it's entirety?

I think your friend must seek legal assistance of a real estate attorney to review the documents and the facts and circumstances surrounding the...

My wife and I (different last names) . How do we list our names on the deed to make it comm. property?

Here in WA, it is best to put both names, list your marital status and property status ie: "John Doe and Jane Smith, a married couple, as community...

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I used my 401 k to buy my business is there any way to get the 401k out of the business?

Your situation is very technical and will require a very savvy tax/business attorney and/or CPA. In 2008 the IRS came out with a Notice (warning...

Is this LEGAL

It is not clear from your question which state you are in. However there are two areas of law that may be applicable. First, if this person dies,...

Am I responsible for a debt to get a lien removed if estate did not pay deb?

I recommend you contact a local attorney. Lien laws vary from state to state. What you are dealing with is what is commonly called a mechanic's...

I signed with a son in law to help them get a car. they used his wages and my credit. They want to move out of state ,

Your question poses several dilemmas. The registration piece is usually the easy part. Contacting the local department of licensing or...

Is it my responsibility to pay to remove a tree on my property whose roots have caused past damage to a neighboring driveway?

There is no easy answer for your question. "Am I legally responsible...." No if you just don't want to do it and yes if your neighbor...

What legal rights do I have to business partnership after a personal breakup

Unfortunately your situation is very complicated and will take a qualified attorney and accountant to help you resolve if you cannot come to a...

I hired a business manager to help me streamline my business. Instead, she ruined my business. Is this breach of contract?

You are confronted with a potentially complicated situation that may have a host of legal issues. If you had a written agreement with this person,...