Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California
Title transfer
Mymother recently died and left her house to my brother and me. I'm not sure where to go to put the house in our names. She said she saw a lawyer, had a will (which i have) and it wouldn't have to go through probration. We just have to go to family court. I'm not sure what that means. I have no idea where to begin. Could you please give me a little help? Thank you so much for your time.
4 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Title transfer
Unless title to the house is in joint tenancy, you are going to have to go through the Probate Court. Please give my office a call if you wish to further discuss this matter.
Re: Title transfer
you should retain a qualified attorney to provide advice and file a petition for probate of your mother's will with the superior court in the county in which she resided.
Re: Title transfer
Give me a call and I can give you exact details. Assuming the property is not in a trust you will need to go to probate Court. I am an attorney that specializes in this area of law. In fact, I have been certified by the state bar of California, board of legal specialization, as a certified specialist in proabte, trust and estate law. Please call me to discuss your case. -John
Re: Title transfer
The best course of action is to consult with an attorney in the county where she lived. Unless the house was held in joint tenancy, you may very well have to probate your mother's estate.
Please give me a call if you have further questions.
Sincerely,
Kai H. Wessels, Esq.
(toll free: 877-wessels)
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