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Short answer:  Yes, you can usually transfer a car without opening a probate case in California — if you follow the right steps. Vehicles are one of the few assets that the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) allows to pass outside of formal probate when the estate meets certain criteria. The key is understanding whether the decedent’s total assets require probate and which transfer procedure applies. At Moravec, Varga & Mooney , we guide families through these tran

Introduction: California property tax law has always been complex, but few measures have reshaped the landscape as significantly as...

If you're navigating the probate process in California, one of the key steps might be applying for an Employer Identification Number...

Introduction When a loved one passes away, the responsibility of managing their estate often falls upon the surviving spouse or...

When financial instability strikes, it often leads to difficult decisions and complex court proceedings. Whether it's a bankruptcy or a...

📌 Quick Answer: In California, probate funds are typically distributed 9 to 18 months after probate begins. Distribution can only...

When someone passes away, their estate becomes the legal entity responsible for handling everything they owned and owed. But who exactly...

When a loved one passes away, their home is often one of the most significant and emotionally valuable assets in their estate. In...

California probate court handles some of life’s most sensitive legal matters—disputes over wills, trusts, and the administration of...