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California Probate Court Process
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If no proper estate planning was done, a dispute over inheritance, medical debt, or unclear responsibilities of an executor can lead to California Probate Court.
The California probate court process can be overwhelming and lengthy without proper guidance from an estate and trust attorney who specializes in probate law. Outside of sending out formal notices, organizing assets, bills and real estate, multiple documents must be correctly filed with probate court to adhere to state codes.
In some cases, litigation may arise from disputes within a family after a loved one passes away. In the case of will contests, the removal or appointment of executors, and/or the distribution of the probate estate, it would be wise to hire a probate attorney to help you file a lawsuit.
Other Frequently Answered Questions About California Probate
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Consumer Protection: A death in the family is a difficult time which can bring unforeseen complications, interruption of daily life, and strain on relationships if no proper estate planning was done. With or without a will, a dispute over inheritance, medical debt, or unclear responsibilities of an executor can lead to California Probate Court.
California Probate Court Process
The California probate court process can be overwhelming and lengthy without proper guidance from an estate and trust attorney who specializes in probate law. Outside of sending out formal notices, organizing assets, bills and real estate, multiple documents must be correctly filed with probate court to adhere to state codes.
In some cases, litigation may arise from disputes within a family after a loved one dies. In the case of will contests, the removal or appointment of executors, and/or the distribution of the probate estate, it would be wise to hire a probate attorney to help you file a lawsuit.
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Avoiding Probate in California
Probate isn’t always necessary if you proactively create a smart estate plan. Working with one of our estate planning attorneys, you can create a legally-binding process to take care of your assets and help avoid unnecessary expenses of probate after death. This process considers:
Will Planning
Power of Attorney
Medical Directives
Irrevocable or Revocable Living Trust
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