You should contact an attorney right away to discuss the specific facts and circumstances. If your father died without a will (intestate is the...

Have you had your property surveyed to confirm that the fence is, in fact, on your property? If the fence is 100% on your property, it's your...

I believe this post is duplicative of an earlier question. Probate law is very specific and requires you to provide certain information and...

Can Washington parks and recreation stop us from using their easement to get to our landlocked property.

It's not clear from the information provided whether you have an express easement. If you do, you can obtain a copy from the recorder's website. ...

How to handle my mom's estate 2 beneficiaries I am also named executor but sister is not agreeable.

First, let me say I am sorry for your loss. If you are the named executor, absent any disqualifying factors (i.e. convictions, etc.), your sister’s...

What if I don't know there's a will or not?

I recommend contacting a local probate attorney to discuss the specific facts and circumstances. Several questions must be answered - was your...

It’s not clear from the facts provided whether you need to commence probate proceedings. You may be able to administer the estate and access the...

Partnership agreement requires I incorporate term into my existing will. Should I make a new will altogether or draft a codicil?

You can do either. A codicil is a modification to a last will and testament (like an amendment to a contract). If you are only changing the...

I am sorry for your loss. I recommend that you contact a probate attorney without delay. You will likely need to commence probate proceedings and...

I agree with my colleague. Easements can be express or arise by operation of law based on the use over time. However, should you review the...