Estate Planning question regarding creating a trust in

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The trust would replace the will, correct?

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The trust can replace the will and declare it replaced. Assets can be retitled in the name of the trust.

In your situation, I think that you would benefit from local representation. You can seek an attorney on commission, flat fee or pro bono basis. You can search by location and practice area through the American Bar association, state bar associations, as well as Justia. I would recommend focusing on a solo practitioner who commit time, experience and passion to advancing your interests.

Transfers require spousal consent of marital assets. Beyond that the formation of the trust is prepared by a trust lawyer. I am sorry to be bearer of bad news. Sometimes I have to deliver bad news where the law is not favorable. I hope you appreciate that and not hold it against me. I owe it to you to answer truthfully even if the news is not good news.

Yes. Any other option would cause delay and court proceedings which is not recommended.

I hope it resolves quickly!

You can seek expedited review and hearing from the court. This can be done by order to show cause motion (OSC) which is a motion supported by affidavit. This is something the court clerk can help you with or local counsel can prepare. Court would have to issue an order declaring spouse need not sign.

I very much hope everything turns out well.

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