What are the rights of children when father dies and stepmother is alive with no will?

Under the laws of intestacy (dying without a will) in Washington State, the surviving spouse inherits all of the couple's community property and...

A former spouse loses his or her inheritance rights under a testamentary device (e.g., a will) when the divorce is finalized. See RCW 11.12.051....

How do I obtain a Letter of Testamentary?

Although it may be possible to do so yourself with courthouse forms, I highly recommend contacting a local probate attorney to prepare the...

Under the laws of intestacy in the State of Washington, a surviving spouse is entitled to all of the decedent spouse’s share of the couple’s...

I want to prevent my sister from selling our parent's home?

There are several strategies you might use depending on the circumstances. The first is attacking the powers of attorney themselves — were they...

Is it legal for a credit union to place a lein on my deceased moms property for the balance of a credit card?

It depends on when the judgment was entered. If the judgment was entered against your mother during her lifetime, an execution may not issue on the...

My boyfriend and I purchased a home through the Foreclosure Auction and paid cash as equals. I am not on the Deed.

It sounds as though a quitclaim deed would serve your purposes; it is most commonly used in true gifting situations. However, I caution you against...

Personal representatives have two options when closing a nonintervention probate: apply for a decree under RCW 11.68.100 or file a declaration of...

How to get court appointed guardianship of a parent who is disable?

It sounds as though your mother needs better care — and financial help paying for it. I recommend contacting a local elder law attorney who can...

Can an 'estate of' continue the divorce and property settlement should the suing party die between filing and collecting assets?

If the divorce is not finalized at the time of her death, any agreement regarding the division of property reached pursuant to the divorce is moot...