He also left a life insurance to me that was to go to pay off mortgage. The Life insurance claim was denied. He has a large amount of money in bank acct he left to another family member. Can that money be used to help payoff mortgage?
answered on May 4, 2023
An insolvent estate is an estate where the debts exceed the assets. In other words, the estate is not going to have the ability to pay all of its creditors.
The question of whether money left to a specific beneficiary can be used to pay the debts of the estate (like the mortgage) is... Read more »
Also how does relate to
Family Law for foreign nationals?
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answered on Mar 19, 2023
RCW 26.26A.415 is a section of the Washington State family law statutes that deals with parenting plans and child custody agreements. It provides guidelines for the court to consider when creating a parenting plan or child custody agreement, including factors such as the child's age, the... Read more »
Hello, If there's a statue of limitations, and it's expired, but there's a lawsuit which was filed in a timely manner BUT dismissed without a prejustice due to client's communication issues (couldn't reach the client), can it be reopened?
answered on Jan 27, 2023
Yikes. You should fight like hell to have the Court reconsider the dismissal. And get a hold of the dang client! Whatever it takes. Pretend discipline from the bar is on the line.
You can re-file after the statute of limitations, but the case would likely be dismissed upon a motion by the... Read more »
The executor which is her brother Everett lawyer says the house needs to sell before I receive my money I don't think this is correct it doesn't state that in the will -will currently in Probate
answered on Sep 22, 2022
Hello estate heir. The probate attorney and executor may be correct. If the estate does not have liquid cash, may have to sell hard assets to fund the inheritance. But more important is the priority of distributions. First, creditors and claims, expenses, legal, accounting fees and bills.... Read more »
When my wife (with a US green card) eventually returns with my son (Who is a US citizen) to America, can I prevent her from taking him back to the Philippines and keeping him there against my will again?
answered on Aug 21, 2022
In some cases a custodial parent has a primary decision making ability with respect to the minor's whereabouts.
For instance, if the second parent lost or never obtained an ability for shared parental responsibilities then one may not prevent a legally custodial parent from traveling... Read more »
someone sued me and 2 brothers (they reside same CA state) about the money matter in the family. I would request to remove my name since I live out of the state.
answered on Jun 17, 2022
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You may want to consider discussing this with a Washington attorney. It isn't fully clear if this is an arbitration (which is your posted category) or a formal legal action, possibly based on a long-arm... Read more »
I'm the power of attorney for my dad but my mom keeps putting protection orders against me so I'll stop me from seeing my dad and I need legal advice about me being a power of attorney and what can I do my mom's trying to sell his house and put him in a home and he wants to die in... Read more »
answered on Apr 7, 2023
The Washington State Bar Association provides the following resources for pro bono and low-cost legal assistance for its indigent population:
https://www.wsba.org/for-the-public/find-legal-help
No notice. I've lived here 30 yrs. She thinks that violating me is her rite. The house needs to be cleaned but we can do it together.What are the laws with sailing a home wear a mentally disabled person has lived their whole life. Does that person have any rights?
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answered on Mar 24, 2023
You may want to file an Action for a Sale For Partition.
My kids were taken by CPS on July 19th 2019, I was required to do services and complete them and do random UA's cuz I had a drug problem. At that time it was hard for me to even get in to services due to the coronavirus recently started. When I was able to get in to Services I stayed doing... Read more »
answered on Mar 3, 2023
I am a criminal defense attorney. From what you are talking about you need a dependancy attorney. Good Luck
I am seeking information on how to handle a probate concerning an estate, wills for my family. This involves a brother who passed on 2/5/2023 leaving without a will, a partner of 20 years and two sisters.
All will need wills and one a will update.
Sincerely
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answered on Mar 2, 2023
Consult with a WA attorney. Determine whether Probate is necessary first, then proceed .
My m moved in about 6 months ago and got a settlement and I went to the bank with her about 2 months ago and she withdrawn 50 thousand and now I have a detective and adult services at my door what should I do I haven’t done anything wrong my moms old doctor ordered her to get tests done for some... Read more »
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answered on Apr 14, 2022
You need to call a lawyer. APS thinks you had her get the money for your benefit. They might try and remove her from your care and send charges to a prosecutor. I suggest you call a local criminal law attorney and meet with them. This need to be done before you and or mom meet with them. Also,... Read more »
His ex is saying it’s whoever filed first gets to claim her but the divorce papers state she gets even years and he gets odd years
answered on Mar 6, 2022
You can bring them in for a contempt hearing for violating the child support order. In your declaration, I’d attach the email or text messages where your ex made these statements. Please reach out if you need representation!
I am not able to care for her, and she is needing care daily whether it have to be 24/7 or just a person during the day. She has nothing, no home, and did receive SSI until she mentally couldn't remember to do her reviews, paperwork etc they won't allow me to speak for her. She need... Read more »
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answered on Feb 26, 2022
In order to make decisions for your mother, you will need to be appointed as her guardian, unless she has an existing power of attorney naming you as her attorney in fact. If she previously executed a power of attorney, you should have this reviewed to see what decisions you are able to make on her... Read more »
Need help with our case. The children live in california. They were born in Mexico. They moved to California in 2015 with their mother who chose not to allow contact with my husband as soon as she arrived in the US. My husband moved here to Washington from Mexico in 2010 so has have never lived in... Read more »
answered on Feb 10, 2022
For child support, the state where the children live is where jurisdiction is proper. If the children live in California, California has full power to establish a child support obligation and require your husband to pay.
UIFSA and UCCJEA are what are known as uniform law. They are created... Read more »
In previous order if child support was in arrears he couldn't claim. That was forgotten in new orders. It does state he claims oldest. I have paid all childcare and medical expenses while he refused to follow orders. Support enforcement is garnishing but I have to wait until next year to file... Read more »
answered on Feb 10, 2022
This all depends on what your child support order states. If the child support order places conditions on claiming the tax benefit, he must meet those conditions.
If there are no conditions, he can claim because the order says he can.
Now, if he owes money, all you need to do is... Read more »
-Dist.Court signs a no-contact Order restraining "R"espondent from entering "P"etitioner's workplace.
-P. works as a custodian at the Superior Courthouse where P.vs.R.'s Divorcew/child matter is heard.
-Both P.&R. are ProSe litigants.
-P.... Read more »
answered on Feb 10, 2022
Publicly posting information about your case--such as a confession or description of action--can be used against you in Court. No one should post this level of detail online.
As with all protective orders, the terms of the order must be strictly followed. There were other options such as... Read more »
But my hearing is tomorrow
answered on Feb 10, 2022
That is possible if there are no other court orders conflicting with the child going to California.
Children were placed with maternal grandparents and we need to file to keep them until they are 18 or she is able to take them. None of the fathers are named on the birth certificates
answered on Feb 10, 2022
Yes. You can look at the requirements in RCW 11.130 states all the requirements for a minor guardianship. It makes no difference if the birth certificate is complete or not. You must give notice to both parents.
Now, if you are named the guardian for the minor child, you may also want to... Read more »
I live in Washington state and my daughters dad tried to serve me a parenting plan but he had it served at an address when I was not a resident. He served it to my friends apartment. When she was informed that it was for me she told the server I did not live there and she would not except so the... Read more »
answered on Feb 10, 2022
You are right that person service requires service at your place of residence or to you directly. So if someone attempted to serve you at a place you do not live, service was not proper. This is true even if your friend later delivers the documents to you.
But that doesn't mean you... Read more »
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