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Being named the executor  of a will is an honor—an expression of trust by someone who believed in your ability to manage their final...

Effective April 1, 2025, California's Assembly Bill 2016 (AB 2016) brings significant changes to the state's probate laws, particularly affecting small estates and primary residences. These adjustments aim to streamline the estate administration process for many Californians. There is no general increase to California's small estate probate threshold set for January 1, 2026. Key Changes Under AB 2016 1. Increased Threshold for Small Estate Affidavit The small estate affidavit

When someone dies in California and leaves behind property, debts, or a will, their estate may need to go through probate —a legal...

After a loved one passes away, one of the first legal questions their family often asks is: "Do we need to go through probate?"  In...

When a loved one passes away in California, one of the first questions families often face is: “Where is the original will?”  If all you...