TLD Law has a premier probate department staffed with experienced attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to assist with your probate needs. We handle probate matters in both Los Angeles County and Orange County. California probate is the legal process through which a deceased person’s assets are distributed to their heirs or beneficiaries. This process involves validating the deceased person’s will (if one exists), identifying and inventorying the deceased person’s assets, paying off any debts or taxes owed by the deceased person, and distributing the remaining assets to the rightful beneficiaries or heirs at law, depending on whether there was a will. The will identifies the beneficiaries of the estate. If there is no will to direct who should receive the estate, we will follow California intestate succession laws to determine the beneficiaries. The probate court oversees the probate process in California to ensure that the deceased person’s wishes are carried out and that all legal requirements are met. It is advisable to seek legal guidance from a qualified attorney familiar with California probate laws to navigate this process effectively. We can assist with opening and handling a probate case from start to finish. We can also substitute as your counsel in a probate case if you have filed it yourself and need counsel to move forward. TLD Law has six attorneys with extensive probate experience. We also have a staff of four probate paralegals alongside the attorneys to assist clients with their probate needs. We have legal assistants and file clerks who also assist with probate matters. We offer a more hands-on experience in probate as our attorneys and staff pride themselves on constant case communication and explaining what’s next as a probate case progresses. Most probate cases can be completed in a year from start to finish, but most take 18 months to two years to complete, largely due to the court’s impacted courtrooms and hearing-setting policies. We will work quickly for an orderly probate administration and guide you in each step. We will handle the filings, the publication, the notice to creditors, and all related issues, including evictions, corporate matters, and litigation matters, should the need arise. Most probate cases are straightforward and do not present complexity, but if such issues arise, we can handle them within TLD Law, ensuring that you do not need to retain multiple law firms for a probate matter. We also handle all court appearances for you, so you do not need to appear, as we have an excellent reputation in Southern California county probate courts with over 60 years of experience in this area. We do not charge for a consultation in a probate matter and welcome your call or inquiry. Where possible, we will honor your request for a next-day appointment with one of our esteemed probate attorneys.