If a married couple keeps the wife off the mortgage, can she be put on the deed a few months later?

It's not unusual for real estate to be purchased or held in the name of one spouse and not the other. That said, because Washington is a community...

Before taking any action, you should confirm that your brother's estate was solvent (i.e., his debts do not exceed his assets). If the estate was...

Under RCW 11.24.010, any person interested in a will is required to appear within four months immediately following the commencement of probate (or...

How can I prevent my moms house being foreclosed?

Many courts (including King and Pierce Co. Superior Courts) are allowing new probates to be filed with modified procedures in place. There is no...

I would first check with the bank to see whether your father named a beneficiary on the account. If he did, the funds should be distributed to the...

The fact that you and your step-sister have competing interests creates a conflict of interest that requires separate representation. If your...

To fully answer your question, we need to know what type of easement you believe you have. It sounds as though you have an express easement...

You need a Durable Power of Attorney to manage your father’s affairs while he is alive. If he is not conscious or of sound mind, that won’t be an...

What can I do to get my inheritance from an attorney my brother and I hired 6 years ago who won't communicate with us?

I agree with Mr. Andersen. You will likely need to consult with another attorney regarding the specific facts of your case and how best to...

In Washington, the witnesses attest to the testator’s signature and the notary notarizes the witnesses signatures. A notary cannot notarize his or...