Starting a probate in Southern California Courts

Probate is generally required when someone has passed away and their home or other assets like a bank account are not held in a trust or do not have a payable on death beneficiary. If the home or bank account... Read more

Notice Requirements for Probate Petitions

Probate matters in California have very strict procedural guidelines (governed by the Probate Code) on who has to receive notice of a petition, and for how long. The requirement are so strict, that people representing themselves can find them nearly... Read more

Contesting Trusts

Contesting Trusts The California Probate Code also governs the administration of trusts in California where the trust itself is subject to the state laws. You have to read the Trust itself to see if the state laws apply – check... Read more