Legal Question in Real Estate Law in California

My son passed away and had some real property in his name. It was deeded to him because his father had thousands in medical bills and was afraid the state was going to take it. My sons grandfather has power of attorney for his dad and has hired a lawyer to put the property in his name. I don't want anything to do with the grandfather. What if I refuse to sign the documents to put it in my name and the grandfathers? Can he go behind my back and put it in his name only? He is trying to do this so he can sell it. I don't want to sell it. Help


Asked on 5/31/12, 11:12 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

First: the power of attorney died when he died. It has NO 'power' now. Unless the son had a valid trust, his estate will have to be probated for assets to be distributed. Someone in the family should promptly file in probate court. If serious about hiring counsel to help, feel free to contact me.

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Answered on 5/31/12, 1:19 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

First: the power of attorney died when he died. It has NO 'power' now. Any transfer of assets is invalid and illegal. Unless the son had a valid trust, his estate will have to be probated for assets to be distributed. Someone in the family should promptly file in probate court. If serious about hiring counsel to help, feel free to contact me.

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Answered on 5/31/12, 1:19 pm


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