January 8, 2026
Following the death of a loved one, you may be facing the complex process of probate. You may be wondering, “How much does probate cost in California?” Probate costs vary based on the value of the estate. California uses statutory fees based on the estate’s gross value. There are also court filing fees and other potential fees, depending on whether any additional work is performed. If you hire a probate lawyer for legal guidance, you […]
January 7, 2026
A living trust is an estate planning tool that works well for complex estates, families with children, pets, or dependents with special needs. If you are creating an estate plan, you may be wondering about the pros and cons of living trusts in California. Seeking advice from an estate planning lawyer helps prevent errors in trust creation and helps you understand how to properly fund and manage the trust. The Pros of Using a Living […]
January 6, 2026
When grieving the loss of a loved one, legal details can become overwhelming. Developing an estate plan in advance is the way to avoid saddling loved ones with the legal work required to close out your estate. How to avoid probate in California has a single answer: Estate planning done in advance with an experienced probate lawyer. When Avoiding Probate Makes Sense Probate is a legal process necessary for distributing assets when a person dies. […]
January 5, 2026
The probate process in California exists for residents who die without an estate plan or when a will is contested. It is essentially a court-supervised legal process for settling a deceased person’s estate. California law ensures that an estate’s assets are passed to the correct heirs after debts and taxes are paid. Learning how to start probate in California means reviewing the probate laws in California and those for the county where the deceased resided […]