You are a creditor of your mother's estate, not your stepfather's. The community estate of your mother and stepfather would be liable for the...

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When is it to late to sew a family member for money they refuse to return.

This is not a trust question. I suggest your resubmit this question to the litigation attorneys. DISCLAIMER: The response herein is not legal...

Who can claim insurance benefits

If I understand the facts correctly, the husband was never divorced from the first wife under the laws of the country in which they were married...

Can IRS seize memorial fund of deceased brother.

The IRS, like all creditors, can only reach assets of the decedent. Monies donated after his death to a third person or entity are not assets of...

Can a lay person own a law practice in CA?

The procedures for the handling of a law practice upon the death of a lawyer are covered by California Business and Professions Code section 6180...

I am administrating an insolvent estate. 6 lienholders, sale pending will not cover all. Title co. refuses to issue title ins.

If there is no equity in the property for the estate, why are you trying to close an escrow? Why not simply walk away and let the first lender...

You should move immediately to open a probate of the will. The executor has the power to make payments and deal with the lender. Probate is no...

Is there a certain time period you have to open a probate case after a persons death?

Generally there is no statute of limitations on probating a will. The original of the will should be filed with the superior court and and then a...

Can the state take my trust fund that my father set up for me i cant touch it till im 30 can they take it for back child support

If you have no right to the money now, the assets in the trust cannot be reached by creditors. You should check the provisions of the trust. It...

How responsible are a executrix/ trustee and confidant attorney?

If your are one of the beneficiaries, I suggest that your consult a competent probate lawyer in your community. On sufficient proof, the court...