Probate and Conservatorship in California

Probate and Conservatorship in California

Debora Young

Attorney At Law

Probate and Conservatorship

Probate Administration

Probate administration is the legal process of managing and distributing a deceased person’s estate under court supervision. It involves validating the will (if one exists), paying debts and taxes, and distributing assets to beneficiaries according to the will or state law.

Simplified Probate Procedures

Simplified probate procedures in California provide shortcut options for transferring property under specific criteria, such as smaller estate values, spousal property claims or trust petitions. These processes including the Spousal Property Petition, Petition to Determine Succession to Real Property, Affidavit of Real Property of Small Value and Heggstad petitions.

Spousal Property Petition, Petition to Determine Succession to Real Property, Affidavit of Real Property of Small Value and Heggstad petitions.

Probate Litigation

Probate litigation refers to legal disputes that arise during the probate process, such as contested wills, trust disagreements, or claims of executor misconduct. These cases are resolved through negotiation or in court to ensure the fair administration of the estate.

Conservatorships

Conservatorship is a legal arrangement for adults who cannot fully care for themselves. A conservator is appointed to manage the personal care and/or financial affairs of an adult who is unable to do so due to age, illness, developmental disability or incapacity.
Limited Conservatorship
General Conservatorship

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