While truly omitted children typically do not have legal rights unless they can prove fraud, duress, or some other reason for overturning the validity of the will or trust, children who are accidentally left out may have rights.
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Pursuing a legal action as a result of a trustee or settlor’s alleged mental incompetence is an uphill battle. Here we discuss defending against a claim.
What can a beneficiary do if a trustee commits a breach of his or her duties during trust administration? There are various options available.
Probate administration in California can take months or even years to complete. View here for signs that your administration may take longer than usual.
Were you named as successor trustee of a trust? View this page for ten helpful tips on what you should do next, written by a Riverside trust attorney.
What happens when a beneficiary under a will dies before the decedent? The pre-deceased beneficiary must still be listed on the Petition for Probate.
If your loved one died without a will, his property will pass according to California law. The law dictates who gets what depending on various circumstances.
During an estate administration in California, the divorce of a beneficiary may impact an inheritance. Learn the facts about inheritance and community property.
The duties of a trustee are many, and the expectations of beneficiaries are high. Order our free book on California probate and trust administration.
Selling real estate is an important aspect of probate administration. View here for six facts about selling real estate from a Riverside estate attorney.