Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

Whatever you do, don't let any attorney charge you a percentage, or get his or her hands on your money. You will need an attorney's help in drafting a petition or motion to order Allstate to release the funds directly to you. If you can't find an attorney who will do this for a fixed fee of $1000 or less, call me.

Michael is right, don't let anyone (whether or not an attorney) trick you into paying a percentage of the annuity as a fee. Whether the cost is a $1,000 or a little more, this is not a big deal. Depending on the prior orders which the Court made when the lawsuit was resolved, a new petition may not even be required.

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