California Probate Lawyers
Estate planning and probate can be complicated, especially for those who have never been a party to either. Understanding some of the basic terms, players and processes, however, can be helpful to start orienting yourself as to what to expect and what issues will likely be involved moving forward. So, below, we have clearly defined … Read more
Being the executor of a will or the personal representative of an estate can be an honor, as it means that a loved one trusted you to carry out his or her final business. Serving in these roles, however, can also be as involved as it may be complicated, particularly for those who have never … Read more
Probate is known for being a lengthy, potentially costly process, especially if decedents did not leave behind a valid or up-to-date will. While many people generally know these facts, there are a lot of misconceptions about probate out there. And believing the myths about probate can mislead people into not putting the proper estate plans … Read more
When a loved one has passed away and named you as an executor of his or her will or the personal representative for his or her estate, it can be an honor to know that your loved one has entrusted you to settle his/her final affairs. However, given that the role of executor/personal representative comes … Read more
California probate can be a complicated process, especially for larger estates. Regardless of the size or an estate, however, there are certain assets that will typically pass through probate in California – or that usually are exempt from California probate. Understanding this as you develop an estate plan or as you get ready to probate … Read more