Portland, OR asked in Family Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Elder Law for Oregon

Q: My mom passed. And the trustee has had no contact with me. Going on 6 months. I'm the only child .and a beneficiary.

He is married to my step brother. He completely took over after my step dad passed. There is a very serious conflict of interest. He kept her from me.and her freinds. I found out that my step had been stealing my grandpa's and my mom's money. And he put it in a irrevocable trust. This guy had set up his trust. My mom was furious. And he befriended her and now he is the trustee. Has had no contact with me. And what I have seen is he is planning to have all of the estate taxes put onto my trust and be paid out! He is stealing .and has changed things with what her wishes were. Also false docs .I have proff. And witnesses

1 Lawyer Answer
Theressa Hollis
Theressa Hollis
Answered
  • Elder Law Lawyer
  • Portland, OR
  • Licensed in Oregon

A: I am sorry for your loss. I recommend you hire a probate litigator to review the facts and advise you.

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