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Wills and Probate
In his book "The Dark Tower," American author Stephen King wrote, "You needn't die happy when your time comes, but you must die satisfied, for you must have lived your [...]
What Is Probate Law?
If you have lost a family member as an adult, then you’ve probably heard the term "probate." You may wonder, what is probate law? How does it apply to my [...]
What Is Probate Estate?
As a popular saying attributed to Japanese writer Haruki Murakami goes, "death is not the opposite of life but a part of it." That brings to mind the fact that [...]
What Is Probate Court? A Basic Explanation
It's common knowledge that there are different types of laws for different events and situations. But did you know that in the United States alone, there are more than eight [...]
What Is Probate? A Quick Start Guide
When do you hear of the phrase "what is probate," what is the first thing that comes into your mind? Assets? Inheritance? Confusing? Most California residents who have been through [...]
What If the Executor Does Not Probate the Will?
An executor has an important job: they are supposed to carry out the last wishes of the deceased. However, there are instances where an executor of an estate can choose [...]
What Does Probate a Will Mean?
Just like birth, death is a constant in the cycle of human life. Every living thing will die someday and as of now, no one has figured out a way [...]
Probate Estate Planning: What You Need to Know
Losing a loved one is hard. Not only is there sorrow; there’s also the struggle of dealing with the belongings of the person who died. In general, this legal process [...]
Uniform Probate Code: A Helpful Beginner’s Guide
California isn't a uniform probate code state. However, there are many other states that follow this code, which regulates how probate works. Whether or not you live in a UPC [...]