I was told that I was a beneficiary on my fathers life insurance. .I never received my money; not even the check my uncle sent

I agree with both attorneys. The only possible alternative is that there was no beneficiary on the life insurance policy and your dad's will said...

There is no limit for a UTMA account in California. The issue is whether you want to gift within the annual exclusion for federal estate tax...

Can it be written in the will that if someone protests the will they will forfeit any inheritence? Will it be upheld in court?

Its called a no contest clause. They are upheld in California and strictly construed. That said, a Will does not seem the best way to go here. A...

It is not proper to contact the court by letter to the judge. It is an ex parte communication that is inappropriate. Sometimes judges will...

Does an objection to an executor's PETITION for order confirming sale need to be served on the executor's attorney?

No that is not true. In fact, because the executor is represented by an attorney, service should be on the attorney. Im should seek the...

If 2 married couples are forming a General Partnership, should all 4 be included as partners or just 1 spouse from each side?

If everyone is going to be active and you intend to have a pension plan or other deferred compensation plan, there may be an advantage to all you...

Is a living trust necessary if my domestic partner (not registered) own property together?

What would happen if one of you becomes incapacitated and cannot act? Do you have powers of attorney, advance health care directives, nominations...

Our house is in my husbands name, what do I need to do to protect myself from probate in case he was to pass away?

No, a Will would just ensure that the house went to you after probate. If the property is your husband's separate property, and he wants to keep...

If A will gives me sole ownership of assets can it be disputed

Yes, anyone with standing can contest a testamentary document. The fact that they can contest does not mean they would win. If you parent who was...

What is you intent? Gift savings? Discounts? Control? The UTMA would require the children to have their interest at 21. My clients who do this...