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Is the Estate You are Representing Eligible for Informal Probate?
Just as it is possible to accomplish a wedding without a wedding planner, it is possible to represent an estate in probate without a lawyer. Probate lawyers are for very [...]
Probate Estate Laws in California
In the movies, they make inheriting money look simple: You get a letter in the mail or a phone call saying that you inherited a certain amount of money from [...]
Do You Need a Probate Lawyer for Your Probate Case?
Losing a close family member is difficult under any circumstances, but having to settle your newly deceased relative’s financial affairs can seem especially daunting. Being named in a family member’s [...]
What California Probate Laws Protect the Elderly Against Financial Abuse?
Financial elder abuse is a serious problem in estate planning. However, sometimes fraud is also caught after or during the probate process. Therefore, if an interested party files an action [...]
Keeping Up With California Courts’ Probate Rules During Coronavirus
Since early 2020, the California court system's response to coronavirus has resulted in a plethora of modifications to existing probate rules. However, these requirements vary greatly amongst county courts. As [...]
How to Start the California Probate Application Process
Probate is a complicated, lengthy process. However, with the proper knowledge, you can start your probate quickly and easily! Read on to learn the steps you should take BEFORE starting [...]
Will California Probate Laws Enable You to Avoid Probate?
California law does not require a full formal probate process for every estate. For small estates where there are no disputes about who should inherit property from the estate, California [...]
The Problems Walt Disney’s Grandson Faces With Inheritance & Probate Court
Did you know that one of Walt Disney's grandchildren has been fighting for over 15 years to collect his inheritance? Read on to learn why the court is holding his [...]
When Does it Make Sense to Hire a Probate Attorney?
Not every asset that belongs to a deceased person becomes part of his or her estate. Not all estates must go through probate. Only some of the estates that go [...]