Me ex-husband passed away and he has one minor child that is 15, that child is legally his next of kin correct?

The teenage son is next of kin and the sole heir assuming your ex-husband did not have a will. The son is entitled to his entire estate if by...

My brother has dpoa over my mother. Can he use the money to travel to Oregon to see her?

I agree with Mr. Pankowski. Its easy to argue because your mom now needs more help, as her power of attorney he has a duty and obligation to visit...

I am the beneficiary of a trust and my nephew is trying to sign papers and steal my house that my mom left to me. With the help

I appreciate the confidence of my colleagues. If they were here instead of the East Coast they would be good alternatives. Regardless of what you...

I was granted temporary conservatorship of my mom. The hearing for the general conservatorship is next week.

The investigators report is one piece for the court to consider, it is given weight, but its not the final say. In addition, sometimes the...

Can we contest a will that might have been changed by a brother who has Power of Attorney?

Not during life. If you believe she is being unduly influenced or lacks capacity and the power of attorney is abusing his power, you would have to...

The trust didn't include the house (that is part of an association). Can I reside in the house while it goes through probate?

Most likely there are CC&Rs that apply against title. Your agreement is not relevant, what your mom agreed to is. You are subject to whatever you...

HOW DO I FILE FINAL ACCT OF GUARDIANSHIP ESTATE WHEN IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN FILED 2 YEARS AGO. TITLE ON HOUSE NEEDS TO BE CHANGED

There is a basic format for accounts. Since the kids are over 18, they have the capacity to waive the account if they want. That might be the...

Im assuming you are living and this is your trust. It sounds like you did it yourself online. Not the best idea. You really should have it...

Dad and step mom died within 4 month. Does dad's estate roll into her estate?

My condolences. If there is no survivorship clause, you will most likely have to probate your dad's estate and then probate your mom's estate. ...

The Executor which is my sister is not forthcoming with information regarding my mothers will My mother passed on March 5th.

You need to advise your sister that the Will is required to be lodged with the court within 30 days of death and if she does not file for probate...