If the settlor of a trust, wills his house to 2 beneficiaries, can the trustee/executor sell the house without permission...?

A trustee typically has power of sale in Washington, unless the Trust specifically forbids sale in some way. But with real estate, there's not a...

It's a cloud on title and can be removed by court order, but you will need to file with the court for that. The authority is RCW 4.28.328 (Iink...

Is it possible to contest a will or somehow ensure the proper distribution of estate items among siblings and how?

Sounds like you should consult a probate lawyer in Colorado. Colorado's laws will apply, so a Washington lawyer probably won't be able to give you...

Would it be beneficial for her to engage a lawyer to help her situation, perhaps by writing a strong letter to the offender?

My best wishes to your daughter in her new work! I was an archaeologist myself, before becoming a lawyer. For the collection on a particular...

When it comes to selling my home via a short sale, technically, who is the seller, me or the mortgage company?

That's wrong. You own the property, and you are the Seller. The mortgage company is, at most, simply agreeing to let you sell (their agreement is...

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I agree with Mr. Williams, though it does depend on the exact wording of the easement. A reference to "free and uninterrupted access" or similar...

There is an exemption from excise tax for a gift of property, so no tax would be due. But you would take your father's tax basis in the property,...

My father left no will and I became executor of the estate. He owns 12 acres of land in Kent

If the property was deeded from the Estate to you and your brother both, so both your names are on title, then you now own as tenants in common...

Since my sister has not taken action has she lost ownership of the house and is contract null and void?

Sorry, there's not enough information given to tell you what the sister-in-law might be able to do. It depends on how the sale was originally...

Question: Defendant did not respond within 20 days. Does the notice of appearance in any way substitute for complaint response?

Yes and no. The Complaint still must be Answered, and the defendant is in default for failing to file the Answer within 20 days. However, in order...