We live in Ca. My mom died, my brother is executor of the trust.

You absolutely have a right to see the trust if you are named beneficiaries. If he is the Trustee of the Trust, then he is obligated to send you a...

Can I avoid Probate? Also, am I obligated to set up a Trust Fund for me & my husband's child (our child is a minor)?

I agree with the previous two answers. There does not appear a need to open a probate case, unless the retirement account's beneficiaries are your...

I received a demand letter and threat of pending law suit from attorney in CA. via email. Can i be sued in another state?

You definitely need to speak to an attorney. Even though you live in another State, you may still be subject to the personal jurisdiction of...

In Code of Civil Procedure Section 1987, if you are requesting the presence of a party to the action, then you must give notice (not subpoena) to...

Is just a photocopy of a signed settlement agreement with signatures admissible in court?

A copy should be sufficient. You may only need to provide your own declaration stating that it is a true and correct copy of the original, if you...

You could use a general denial, but that does not reserve your right to assert any affirmative defenses. You may want to consult with an attorney...

I want to file BK but unsure if Chap 13 or Chap 7?

You must both file Chapter 13 to remove the second loan & keep the house. Contact Rodrigo Law Firm located in Ontario, California for further...

My boyfriend and I bought a house we want to file BK.

You have to file chapter 13. Contact an experienced bankruptcy attorney. I recommend calling Rodrigo Law Firm for a free consultation at (909)...

In the case of a deceased employees final pay, does final pay fall under community property in California

If the final pay is for services of an employee, who was married at the time the services were rendered, then it is community property. If the...

Answer wording for valid debt

You definitely need to file an Answer. If you do not file an Answer, even while negotiating a settlement, then the creditor's attorney will seek to...