Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

My mother decided to create a living trust, with her brother as the power of attorney. It is outlined clearly and I have been following the stipulations., My uncle has changed various parts of this trust and I can't get any money from him. There are many factors that come into this trust, regarding my present situation. However, the other money will come when I get custody of my kids back. I don't know what to do and who can help me. I would like to talk to someone ASAP regarding this situation, for I am serious as to getting this resolved.

Asked on 8/27/09, 3:40 pm

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Scott Linden Scott H. Linden, Esq.

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I am wondering how your Uncle has the authority to make any changes when the trust was created by your Mother. Normally, a successor trustee does not have the power to do this. There is more information needed to be able to even begin to provide you with a response.

The needed information includes the following:

(1) Has your mother passed away? (I can only assume so).

(2) Do you have a copy of the trust as it read before your uncle made any changes?

(3) Do you have a copy of the trust after your uncle has made changes?

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Answered on 8/27/09, 4:53 pm

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