If you have a valid legal claim against a deceased person, you may still be able to receive compensation by filing a lawsuit against the deceased person’s estate. However, you will typically need to direct your efforts at the estate rather than the individual heirs. Under California Probate Code §9050 and §9051, the personal representative …
An Affidavit of Heirs or Affidavit of Heirship is a sworn statement, given under oath, that identifies the relatives who may be the heirs of a person who passes away. The Affidavit of Heirs should list the names, ages, and addresses of the decedent’s relatives, and it should indicate the date of death of any …
An Affidavit of Heirship is a legal document used in some states to establish the legal heirs of a person who dies without a will. The laws surrounding heirship, intestacy, and probate can be complicated and confusing to navigate, especially while mourning the loss of a loved one. Consulting an estate attorney is key to …
As a pretermitted spouse or child, you may have legal rights to an estate inheritance. Here’s a simple guide to help you understand the definition of pretermitted, rights, statutes, and the litigation process. What is the definition of a pretermitted heir? Pretermitted heir simply refers to a person who may have become an heir after …
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When a person dies, their estate often must go through probate, which is the legal process of distributing their assets. Multiple parties are typically involved in these proceedings, including: Each party has different rights and responsibilities in an estate, and it is important to understand these roles before moving forward with any legal action. Who …
If you believe your inheritance has been stolen, the first step is to contact an experienced probate litigation attorney. They can help you understand your legal options and what type of proof you will need to recover your stolen inheritance successfully. The steps you will need to take to address the theft depend on how …
If your spouse has recently passed away, you may be wondering if you need to go through probate in order to inherit your deceased spouse’s property. The answer to this question depends on how your spouse’s property was titled and the value of your spouse’s solely-owned assets. The first question is whether your spouse’s assets …
An executor is a person who is appointed to carry out the instructions of a will after the death of the person who made it. The executor has a fiduciary duty to the beneficiaries of the estate, which means that they have to act in good faith and in the best interests of those beneficiaries. …
Carl Jones Attorney (619) 323-3208 jonesc@rmolawyers.com San Diego Carl is an attorney in the San Diego office of RMO, LLP. His practice focuses on contested trust, estate, and probate litigation matters, representing beneficiaries, trustees, administrators, executors, heirs, creditors, and conservators/guardians. With a decade of experience in trusts and estates, Carl works closely with clients to …
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National estate dispute law firm, RMO LLP, announced its expansion into northern California with the opening of its Walnut Creek, California office.
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