Trust Dispute Legal Steps
Summary
In California, to contest a trust amendment, gather evidence of undue influence or lack of capacity, such as a journal or witness statements. File a Petition to Contest the Trust Amendment in probate court, using forms like the Petition to Contest Trust and Summons. Serve notice to all interested parties, including your sister, and attend the court hearing to present your case. Consider consulting an attorney for guidance on trust litigation. If you need assistance, contact the Sutter County Superior Court Probate Division for more information.Full Conversation
My dad passed away me and two of my siblings are beneficiary to his trust my mother is still alive the dad of my dads funeral my sister came down from texas had my mom put her incontrol of the trust and took my mom somewhere wont let anyone talk to her or have seen her she closed all bank account we contacted the police my sistet will not open the door and we have a journal from my mother stating she is afraid of my sister
****, I'm really sorry to hear about your situation. Given the circumstances, you might need to consider legal action to protect your mother and the trust.
- File for an Emergency Conservatorship: This can help protect your mother from potential abuse and manage her affairs.
- Petition the Court: You can challenge the validity of your sister's control over the trust.
Which state are you located in? This can help with specific legal steps.
- File for an Emergency Conservatorship: This can help protect your mother from potential abuse and manage her affairs.
- Petition the Court: You can challenge the validity of your sister's control over the trust.
Which state are you located in? This can help with specific legal steps.
Ca
****, here are some steps you can take in California:
- Emergency Conservatorship: File for an emergency conservatorship to protect your mother and her assets.
- Petition: Challenge the trust's changes and control by your sister in court.
- Consult an Attorney: Consider seeking legal advice to navigate the process effectively.
Would you like more details on how to file for an emergency conservatorship in California?
- Emergency Conservatorship: File for an emergency conservatorship to protect your mother and her assets.
- Petition: Challenge the trust's changes and control by your sister in court.
- Consult an Attorney: Consider seeking legal advice to navigate the process effectively.
Would you like more details on how to file for an emergency conservatorship in California?
Yes
Sure, ****! Here are the steps to file for an emergency conservatorship in California:
- Complete Forms: Fill out the required forms, including the Petition for Appointment of Temporary Conservator (Form GC-*) and Notice of Hearing (Form GC-*).
- File Forms: Submit the completed forms to the probate court in your county.
- Notify Relatives: Serve notice to your sister and other relatives about the hearing.
- Attend the Hearing: Present your case in court for the judge to decide.
Would you like more detailed guidance on any of these steps?
- Complete Forms: Fill out the required forms, including the Petition for Appointment of Temporary Conservator (Form GC-*) and Notice of Hearing (Form GC-*).
- File Forms: Submit the completed forms to the probate court in your county.
- Notify Relatives: Serve notice to your sister and other relatives about the hearing.
- Attend the Hearing: Present your case in court for the judge to decide.
Would you like more detailed guidance on any of these steps?
Yes
Sure, ****! Here is more detailed guidance on each step:
- Complete Forms:
- Petition for Appointment of Temporary Conservator (Form GC-*)
- Confidential Supplemental Information (Form GC-*)
- Confidential Conservator Screening Form (Form GC-*)
- Notice of Hearing (Form GC-*)
- File Forms:
- Take the completed forms to the probate court in your county.
- Pay the filing fee (you may request a fee waiver if you cannot afford the fee).
- Notify Relatives:
- Serve notice of the hearing and a copy of your forms to your sister and any other required relatives.
- You can use a process server or someone over * who is not involved in the case.
- Attend the Hearing:
- Be prepared to explain why an emergency conservatorship is necessary.
- Bring any evidence or documentation that supports your case (such as your mother's journal).
Would you like assistance with finding the probate court in your county or any other specific step?
- Complete Forms:
- Petition for Appointment of Temporary Conservator (Form GC-*)
- Confidential Supplemental Information (Form GC-*)
- Confidential Conservator Screening Form (Form GC-*)
- Notice of Hearing (Form GC-*)
- File Forms:
- Take the completed forms to the probate court in your county.
- Pay the filing fee (you may request a fee waiver if you cannot afford the fee).
- Notify Relatives:
- Serve notice of the hearing and a copy of your forms to your sister and any other required relatives.
- You can use a process server or someone over * who is not involved in the case.
- Attend the Hearing:
- Be prepared to explain why an emergency conservatorship is necessary.
- Bring any evidence or documentation that supports your case (such as your mother's journal).
Would you like assistance with finding the probate court in your county or any other specific step?
I dont have the money for an attorney
****, you can proceed without an attorney by following these steps:
- Forms and Filing Fee Waiver: Ensure you complete the forms (GC-*, GC-*, GC-*, GC-*) and request a fee waiver (Form FW-*) if you can't afford the fees.
- Self-Help Centers: Utilize the self-help centers at your local courthouse for guidance.
Would you like more information on locating your local probate court's self-help center?
- Forms and Filing Fee Waiver: Ensure you complete the forms (GC-*, GC-*, GC-*, GC-*) and request a fee waiver (Form FW-*) if you can't afford the fees.
- Self-Help Centers: Utilize the self-help centers at your local courthouse for guidance.
Would you like more information on locating your local probate court's self-help center?
So what do i need to file
****, here is a concise list of what you need to file for an emergency conservatorship in California:
- Petition for Appointment of Temporary Conservator (Form GC-*)
- Confidential Supplemental Information (Form GC-*)
- Confidential Conservator Screening Form (Form GC-*)
- Notice of Hearing (Form GC-*)
- Fee Waiver (Form FW-*) if you cannot afford the filing fees
Would you like more information on how to complete any of these forms?
- Petition for Appointment of Temporary Conservator (Form GC-*)
- Confidential Supplemental Information (Form GC-*)
- Confidential Conservator Screening Form (Form GC-*)
- Notice of Hearing (Form GC-*)
- Fee Waiver (Form FW-*) if you cannot afford the filing fees
Would you like more information on how to complete any of these forms?
And what does the temporary conservation do
A temporary conservatorship allows someone to make immediate decisions on behalf of another person (your mother) who is unable to do so. This includes managing finances, healthcare, and living arrangements. It's designed to protect your mother from potential abuse or neglect until a permanent solution is in place. Would you like more details on any specific responsibilities or processes?
What if my sister had already done that becausr she took my mothet and wont let anyone see or speak to her
****, if your sister has already filed for conservatorship, you can still challenge it. Here are your options:
- Object to the Conservatorship: File an objection with the probate court, stating why your sister should not be the conservator.
- Request a Hearing: Ask the court for a hearing to present evidence (like your mother's journal).
Would you like more details on how to file an objection?
- Object to the Conservatorship: File an objection with the probate court, stating why your sister should not be the conservator.
- Request a Hearing: Ask the court for a hearing to present evidence (like your mother's journal).
Would you like more details on how to file an objection?
Yes how do i find out if she had done that
To find out if your sister has filed for conservatorship:
- Contact the Probate Court: Call or visit the probate court in your county and ask if any conservatorship petitions have been filed for your mother.
- Request Case Information: Provide your mother's name and other identifying information to get details.
Would you like the contact information for your local probate court?
- Contact the Probate Court: Call or visit the probate court in your county and ask if any conservatorship petitions have been filed for your mother.
- Request Case Information: Provide your mother's name and other identifying information to get details.
Would you like the contact information for your local probate court?
And if she has done so what do i do
****, if your sister has already filed for conservatorship, you can take the following steps:
- File an Objection: Submit a written objection to the court, explaining why your sister should not be the conservator.
- Request a Hearing: Ask the court for a hearing to present your evidence (like your mother's journal).
- Seek Temporary Guardianship: While challenging, seek temporary guardianship for immediate protection.
Would you like more information on how to file an objection?
- File an Objection: Submit a written objection to the court, explaining why your sister should not be the conservator.
- Request a Hearing: Ask the court for a hearing to present your evidence (like your mother's journal).
- Seek Temporary Guardianship: While challenging, seek temporary guardianship for immediate protection.
Would you like more information on how to file an objection?
What if my sister has already had my mom amand the trust to where she is the successer
****, if your sister has already amended the trust making herself the successor, here are the steps you can take:
- Petition to Contest the Trust: File a petition in probate court to contest the trust amendment, citing undue influence or lack of capacity.
- Seek Legal Advice: Consider consulting an attorney for guidance on trust litigation.
Would you like more details on how to contest the trust amendment?
- Petition to Contest the Trust: File a petition in probate court to contest the trust amendment, citing undue influence or lack of capacity.
- Seek Legal Advice: Consider consulting an attorney for guidance on trust litigation.
Would you like more details on how to contest the trust amendment?
How do you file to contest the trust amdment
To contest a trust amendment in California, follow these steps:
*. Gather Evidence: Collect any documentation showing undue influence or lack of capacity (e.g., your mother's journal).
*. File a Petition: Submit a Petition to Contest the Trust Amendment in the probate court.
*. Serve Notice: Notify all relevant parties, including your sister.
*. Attend the Hearing: Present your case and evidence to the judge.
Would you like more detailed information on any of these steps?
*. Gather Evidence: Collect any documentation showing undue influence or lack of capacity (e.g., your mother's journal).
*. File a Petition: Submit a Petition to Contest the Trust Amendment in the probate court.
*. Serve Notice: Notify all relevant parties, including your sister.
*. Attend the Hearing: Present your case and evidence to the judge.
Would you like more detailed information on any of these steps?
Yes
Certainly, ****! Here are the detailed steps to contest a trust amendment in California:
*. Gather Evidence:
- Collect evidence of undue influence or lack of capacity. Your mother's journal and any witnesses can be valuable.
*. File a Petition:
- Complete and file the Petition to Contest the Trust Amendment in the probate court. You may need to use specific forms provided by the court.
*. Serve Notice:
- Serve notice of your petition to all relevant parties, including your sister. This can be done through a process server or someone over * who is not involved in the case.
*. Attend the Hearing:
- Prepare to present your evidence and argue your case before the judge at the scheduled hearing.
Would you like assistance with finding the specific forms or any other step in this process?
*. Gather Evidence:
- Collect evidence of undue influence or lack of capacity. Your mother's journal and any witnesses can be valuable.
*. File a Petition:
- Complete and file the Petition to Contest the Trust Amendment in the probate court. You may need to use specific forms provided by the court.
*. Serve Notice:
- Serve notice of your petition to all relevant parties, including your sister. This can be done through a process server or someone over * who is not involved in the case.
*. Attend the Hearing:
- Prepare to present your evidence and argue your case before the judge at the scheduled hearing.
Would you like assistance with finding the specific forms or any other step in this process?
Yes
Sure, ****! Here are the specific forms and steps to contest a trust amendment in California:
*. Gather Evidence:
- Collect evidence like your mother's journal, witness statements, or any other documents showing undue influence or lack of capacity.
*. File a Petition:
- Complete the necessary forms, which may include:
- Petition to Contest Trust (Probate Code Section *)
- Summons (Form DE-*)
- File these forms with the probate court in your county.
*. Serve Notice:
- Serve notice of your petition to all interested parties (including your sister) using a process server or an adult not involved in the case.
*. Attend the Hearing:
- Present your evidence and make your case to the judge during the scheduled hearing.
Would you like help locating the probate court or any additional details on completing the forms?
*. Gather Evidence:
- Collect evidence like your mother's journal, witness statements, or any other documents showing undue influence or lack of capacity.
*. File a Petition:
- Complete the necessary forms, which may include:
- Petition to Contest Trust (Probate Code Section *)
- Summons (Form DE-*)
- File these forms with the probate court in your county.
*. Serve Notice:
- Serve notice of your petition to all interested parties (including your sister) using a process server or an adult not involved in the case.
*. Attend the Hearing:
- Present your evidence and make your case to the judge during the scheduled hearing.
Would you like help locating the probate court or any additional details on completing the forms?
Yes
****, here are the details for locating the probate court in your county:
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.lacourt.org
Would you like more help filling out the specific forms or understanding the hearing process?
Los Angeles County Superior Court Probate Division
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.lacourt.org
Would you like more help filling out the specific forms or understanding the hearing process?
Im in yuba city ca and yes
****, here are the details for locating the probate court in your county (Sutter County):
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.suttercourts.com
Would you like more help filling out the specific forms or understanding the hearing process?
Sutter County Superior Court Probate Division
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.suttercourts.com
Would you like more help filling out the specific forms or understanding the hearing process?