Do I have to be legally adopted to inherit under intestate?

The short answer is no. You may be able to Petition to be an Administrator, but if any other relative comes forward, then that person will have...

As a beneficiary named by probate administrator, can I assign it to someone else for a consideration ? How to work for it?

I agree with both prior answers and add that if you get a loan secured by your interest in the estate, then you will pay a hefty interest on the...

What type of attorney should I seek to help with a power of attorney for my Dad

Estate Planning, Probate/Conservatorship Attorney. It depends on your father's capacity. If he is still capable of making decisions, then an Estate...

Probate question, I have Letters of Administration with Will Annexed, the last will of the decent proved, authorization under

I am sorry for your loss. While it is true you have authority to sell the property without a court order and even without notice, I agree that you...

I've been granted "petition granted LETTERS ADMINISTRATION/IAEA" what forms are required to get the Judge to sign the letter.

As stated, if a bond was required, then it must be posted before the letters will be issued. Also, ensure you have a signed order. Other than what...

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In what court may I sue an executor of an estate for breach of fiduciary duty in California?

Your case depends on a number of different factors, including the terms of your operating agreement. Did you have a buy-sell agreement or...

Is it possible to shorten the process of becoming an administrator of an estate if the value of that is less than $150,000?

I agree with the last response and would add that some retirement companies do not know the specific state law and their standard answer is to have...

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Does retirement income count towards the value of an estate?

I suggest you speak directly with an attorney, because the answer depends on how you took the life insurance policy proceeds. Many give free...

When you sign an Affidavit of Small Estate, you are affirming under penalty of perjury that you are the sole person entitled to a...

Can I avoid allot of the probate process, Court Appraisers, court referees, Debt. Collectors etc. if my mother left her Will?

If you locate the Will, then you should admit it to probate- if it is the original "wet" Will. The only expense it will relieve you of is the bond,...