Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

Want to know what does this gift will not lapse. My father transfer 1/3 to a stranger in the property which I am living in where my name is on the deed of house. I'm on social security so do I have to sell my house to pay or what? Thank u. Maria lauro


Asked on 1/04/16, 10:35 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Aaron Feldman Feldman Law Group

Unfortunately, it is difficult to respond to your question based on the information provided. If both you and your father were co-owners of the property, then depending on how title was held your father may or may not have had the power to make the gift to the stranger. It is not even clear whether your father is still alive? I strongly urge you to meet with an attorney who can review your Deed and any other important documents affecting title.

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Answered on 1/04/16, 12:10 pm


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