This transfer can happen the same as any normal real estate sale. You and your Mom can prepare and sign a purchase contract. Then you can open an escrow with a local title company. The Title Company will handle the transaction and will record a deed from your Mom to you. If you will be paying... View More

If your parents apply for visitation with your child you can object based upon the grandparents' lack of contact and the best interests of your child. The grandparent's state of residence is not so important, but the grandparents' lack of contact with the child and apparent lack of... View More

If your tenant's lease is coming to an end and the two of you cannot agree to the terms of the new lease, you may give her the appropriate notice called for by your lease to let her know that her tenancy is terminating. You are not required to give her any reason for your decision. If her... View More

It is very unlikely that you will get into legal trouble if you move out two weeks before your 18th birthday. However, you are pursuing a career in law/law enforcement. This is a career focusing on rules and following the rules. I would wait two weeks and move out when parental consent is not an... View More

You might also check the county recorder's office records to see if there has been a non-probate transfer of the home. If this has happened, there might be no need for the surviving spouse to probate the will she claims to have.

Any child of your husband from a previous marriage or any other relationship would have rights that are equal to yours in your husband's estate. Any person specified by your husband in a beneficiary deed could have rights superior to yours. Before you prepare and file anything with the... View More

You should speak with a real estate attorney to learn your legal rights. Once your attorney knows all of the facts, including the history of your use and connection with this property since its purchase, he or she will be able to recommend options. A quiet title action may be of help. A... View More

You can represent yourself to enforce a child support order. The Maricopa County Superior Court has a good set of forms that are designed to be used by people without an attorney. They include detailed instructions. However, if you are planning to seek full custody, I strongly recommend hiring... View More

Yes. If the named executor/personal representative is unavailable or unfit the court can appoint another person to serve in this capacity. This is something that you would want to address when opening the probate of your Dad's estate. If the estate has already been opened, you can request... View More

You can pursue a normal guardianship for minor children. However, under the circumstances you might also consider terminating the parental rights of the natural parents and adopting these children. I recommend speaking with an attorney to learn more about these options. Once your attorney knows... View More

Assuming your brother will not voluntarily give you your interest in this property, you can take legal action to obtain your interest. One option might be to file a quiet title action to have the court determine your interest in this property. Since your brother apparently filed an affidavit... View More

Your Dad should, at a minimum, have a Will that is validly executed. The Will should nominate a person to serve as personal representative upon your Dad's death. Letters Testimentary appointing a personal representative are not issued by the Court until a probate is opened after your... View More

You cannot take this young lady anywhere unless she voluntarily goes with you. In most cases, it is best to wait for the baby to be born and then immediately file a paternity action in the superior court. As a part of this procedure, the court can order DNA testing. If testing shows you to be... View More

A disclaimer deed is an important document. Use of a disclaimer deed is not unusual when only one spouse obtains the loan to purchase a home. However, in the event of a divorce, it is possible that your investment in this property could be lost. There is a way to prevent this from happening.... View More

Speak with a family law lawyer in the children's home state immediately. Court action should be initiated and you may need to hire an investigator to locate the father. This is not something that you should attempt to fight on your own.

Yes, your daughter's father does have financial responsibility. I recommend speaking with a family law attorney immediately. A legal proceeding can be filed to obtain an award of child support to assist you with your daughter's care. There are also forms and instructions online through... View More

I recommend speaking with an attorney in the State where the real property is located. In many states, such a property can be deeded directly from the estate to the estate beneficiaries but attorney guidance is strongly recommended to avoid a mistake.

The State Bar of Arizona has a volunteer lawyer program. They can often match up a client with a pro bono lawyer.

You can file suit but, before you do, please check your purchase contract to see whose responsibility the back taxes were. Normally, they should be paid by the seller on or before the closing date of the sale but this liability could be shifted to you as part of your purchase price. If this was... View More

If you have no property, there will be no need for a probate. Nevertheless, your family has a good point. You may have personal items or family items that have meaning and should pass to someone who will appreciate them. Expressing your wishes in a Will can be important to the persons who... View More