Springfield, MO asked in Estate Planning for Oregon

Q: Stepfather with living trust in my home. He passed and new wife is still living. Do I need to give 30 days notice?

What are my rights to the home after the 30 days? All of his estate goes to her, do I have to allow them more time past 30 days to settle his estate and to move their things? She is incapacitated so the family is working on getting governorship, etc. I'm guessing this could take longer than 30 days. My sibling and I still have things of our mom's and personal information in the home. They don't want us accessing the house so wondering what procedures I need to follow and my rights in this situation.

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Theressa Hollis
Theressa Hollis
Answered
  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • Portland, OR
  • Licensed in Oregon

A: I think you need to consult with a landlord/tenant attorney to answer your questions. If it is necessary to get Guardianship over your stepfather's wife then it's possible that process could take more than 30 days.

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