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California Probate Costs and Fees

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MAY 18, 2020

The California probate process is complicated enough. Unfortunately, calculating probate costs and fees only makes the process more difficult. Read on to learn how to easily determine the cost of probate in California and how A People's Choice can help you lower that cost.

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California Probate Costs and Fees

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DECEMBER 23, 2020

Often the estate must first go through probate. Probate has a reputation for being [.]. To read the complete article, please click on the link California Probate Costs and Fees This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the Lawyers.

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California Probate Without a Will

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JULY 30, 2020

Usually, the probate process utilizes a decedent's will to determine how the estate will be divided. However, when a will is missing, incomplete, or invalid, the court follows the California Intestate Succession Laws instead.

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California Probate Filing Checklist

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AUGUST 23, 2020

The steps for filing probate in California can be overwhelming. To help out, we've provided a free California probate filing checklist for your personal use. For low-cost, non-attorney help with filing probate in California, contact A People’s Choice today. In fact, the process can often take 8-10 months.

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The DIY-er’s Guide to California Probate Forms

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AUGUST 6, 2020

In this article, we provide FREE links to the most common forms required to probate an estate in California. Whether you are probating a small estate, a large estate, or a spouse's estate, you can use these legal documents in your probate case. Plus, you may be able to use some of them to avoid probate altogether!

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What is a Probate Referee in California?

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MARCH 6, 2021

If you are settling an estate through the probate process, most likely you will need a probate referee. The role of a probate referee is to appraise property in the estate. To read the complete article, please click on the link What is a Probate Referee in California? [.].

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California Probate Fees for Attorneys’ Extraordinary Services

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Probate comes with a plethora of fees, including hefty statutory attorneys' fees. However, in California, the court may also rule that estates pay "extraordinary" fees to attorneys. Learn what these fees are and how to avoid them.

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Probate and Family Court in California

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APRIL 23, 2021

It doesn’t help that while you’re dealing with your grief, you may also have to deal with the deceased person’s estate through a legal process known as probate. Legal matters are probably the last thing on your mind, but it is often up to [.].

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California Petition for Final Distribution – Closing a California Probate

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JUNE 3, 2020

In order to close a probate estate, the personal representative must file a final account, report, and petition for final distribution. The petition for final distribution gives the court a detailed history of the probate case and explains why the estate is ready to close.

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5 Ways to Avoid Probate in California

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MAY 21, 2020

There are many ways to avoid probate in California - WITHOUT having to hire an attorney! In this article, we've outlined the top five most popular tools our clients use to avoid probate. Interested in which is right for you? Contact us today to learn more!

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How Does Debt Affect California Probate Costs and Fees?

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Dealing with an indebted estate can make the probate process a bit more difficult to navigate on your own. Unfortunately, this will have a huge impact on probate costs and fees in California. To read the complete article, please click on the link How Does Debt Affect California Probate Costs and Fees?

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How Long Does Probate Take in California?

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AUGUST 4, 2021

If you know anyone who has gone through the California probate process, then you may have noticed that it can take some time. The real question is, how long does probate take in California? The duration of probate is contingent upon several factors, including the estate’s complexity, [.].

Probating A Lost Will in California

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MAY 26, 2020

Probating an estate is complicated to begin with - but what happens when the original will has been lost or destroyed? Probating a lost will requires proving that the testator did not intend to revoke the will. Luckily, A People's Choice can help you complete and file the proper documentation for probating a lost or destroyed will.

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California Probate Proceedings

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APRIL 24, 2020

A People's Choice can help you understand the complexities surrounding California probate proceedings and help you file probate in California without an attorney. You don't need to hire an attorney to handle most California probate proceedings, and can easily complete probate with a registered legal document assistant.

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California Probate Inventory and Appraisal Process

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AUGUST 28, 2020

In California, an estate’s appointed representative is required to perform an inventory of all assets and have them appraised by a probate referee. Read on to learn more about the California probate inventory and appraisal process as it pertains to various California probate proceedings.

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A California Living Trust can Help You Avoid a Costly and Stressful Probate Process

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OCTOBER 14, 2020

California law acknowledges that full probate is unnecessary for small estates and offers simplified probate alternatives for estates valued at less than $166,250. If your estate is worth more than that, you can still avoid probate by setting up a California living trust.

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How Long Does Probate Take in California?

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APRIL 2, 2021

If you know someone who has been through probate in California, you probably noticed it can take a while. In some ways, this hinges on the personal representative in the probate case. To read the complete article, please click on the link How Long Does Probate Take in California?

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What California Probate Laws Protect the Elderly Against Financial Abuse?

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

However, sometimes fraud is also caught after or during the probate process. Therefore, if an interested party files an action for financial elder abuse, California probate law can help rightful heirs repossess the decedent's assets.

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Informal Probate in California

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

What is informal probate, and what are kind of estates are eligible to avoid full probate in California? Read on to learn the types of informal probate in California and how A People's Choice can help with yours.

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What Probate Court Forms Do You Need in California?

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MAY 14, 2021

When it comes to court procedures, probate is probably one of the worst ones. However, probate is really important so that things go smoothly later on. California probate is a fairly easy process. [.]. Filing paperwork and thinking about assets and debts is the last thing anybody wants to do after losing a loved one.

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Understanding the California Small Estate Probate Process

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AUGUST 11, 2020

If your loved one's estate is valued under $55,425 or even $166,250, you may be eligible to AVOID the probate process or use a simplified probate for small estates in California. Read on to learn more about the process and requirements, and how A People's Choice can help.

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Definition of California Probate Court

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MAY 5, 2021

However, it is very useful to go to court and complete this pertinent task through probate to avoid [.]. To read the complete article, please click on the link Definition of California Probate Court This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the Lawyers.

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California Probate Information

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MAY 9, 2020

You can find all the California probate information you need on the website of the courts in your county. Unfortunately, California probate can appear complicated if you do not know what you are doing.

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An Official Overview of California Probate Records

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JULY 2, 2021

Probate in California can be a difficult process. With so many different subsections of probate to process, it can be helpful to think about it in chunks. Let’s start one topic and break it down: Probate records. Probate records are used in all states of the country to bring clarity and convenience to the [.].

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How to Do Probate Yourself in California With A People’s Choice

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JULY 26, 2020

Probating an estate on your own saves you from paying thousands of dollars in attorneys fees. Instead, when you hire A People's Choice to help with your DIY probate, you can be confident in the outcome. Read on to learn more about our services and how to start your probate today!

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Introduction to Probate Law in California

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MAY 9, 2020

The main purpose of probate law in California is to make sure the deceased person’s assets get passed on to the people he or she wants to inherit them. The lifecycle of an estate lasts only as long as the probate process. At the end of probate, the estate settles, and the heirs collect their inheritance.

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Navigating Probate Sacramento With Confidence: The Services Of LDA Pro Legal

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MAY 30, 2024

When faced with the legal process of settling their estate through Probate Sacramento , the added stress can feel overwhelming. In this entire blog, you will explore the valuable services LDA Pro Legal offers to guide you efficiently and affordably through probate in California.

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How to Start the California Probate Application Process

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Probate is a complicated, lengthy process. However, with the proper knowledge, you can start your probate quickly and easily! Read on to learn the steps you should take BEFORE starting probate, including what you need to know prior to filling out your initial application.

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Probate of a Will or Estate in California

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APRIL 25, 2020

Probate of a will or estate usually takes nine months to a year, unless there is a dispute over the deceased person’s intentions. Fortunately, probate does not have to be expensive. These alternative processes are faster than full probate, and they cost less.

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Will California Probate Laws Enable You to Avoid Probate?

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

California law does not require a full formal probate process for every estate. For small estates where there are no disputes about who should inherit property from the estate, California probate laws provide for several simplified probate alternatives.

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Keeping Up With California Courts’ Probate Rules During Coronavirus

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Since early 2020, the California court system's response to coronavirus has resulted in a plethora of modifications to existing probate rules. However, these requirements vary greatly amongst county courts. As a result, individuals administering an estate should consult their local Superior Court's website for more information.

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California Probate Law Firms Want Your Money, but Think Before You Pay

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

Likewise, it is possible to complete the probate process and settle the estate of a recently deceased family member without forking over lots of money to California probate law firms. It is, however, a wise investment to hire a California legal document assistant to prepare your probate forms.

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What’s the Best Way to Probate a House in California?

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JUNE 4, 2021

Before you remove anything from the house or start making plans to sell it, you should know what is legally allowed when you probate a house. First of all, let's define "probate." Probate [.]. If you recently found out a loved one left you a house, you may be wondering what to do with it.

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Understanding California Probate Examiner Notes

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APRIL 28, 2020

Understanding the role a probate examiner plays in the probate process, as well as what their notes mean, can help save you time and money during probate. In fact, maintaining an active role in the note process can buy you time to obtain any supplemental materials the court requires to settle the estate as quickly as possible.

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How to Probate a Will in California – Full Tutorial

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APRIL 9, 2021

Probate is the legal process of administering a person’s estate after [.]. To read the complete article, please click on the link How to Probate a Will in California – Full Tutorial This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the Lawyers.

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Probate Paralegal in Sacramento: Your Trusted Guide through the Probate Process

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AUGUST 1, 2023

At LDA Pro Legal, our team of probate paralegal in Sacramento is dedicated to providing comprehensive and efficient assistance during the probate process. When faced with the complexities of probate proceedings, having a skilled and experienced probate paralegal in Sacramento can be invaluable.

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How California Probate Law Firms & Document Assistants Are Dealing with COVID-19

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

COVID-19 has limited most probate-related court appearances and meetings with lawyers to teleconferences. Luckily, A People's Choice's services were designed to alleviate the stress of probate and other legal proceedings. Read on to learn more about our virtual assistance services and how we can help you with probate.

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Probate Estate Laws in California

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OCTOBER 24, 2020

Specifically, the estate must go through probate. Understanding probate estate laws is key to getting through the process in as inexpensively as possible. In real life, there are a lot of steps between when the people named as heirs in a deceased person’s will are identified and when the inheritance money reaches their bank accounts.

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The California Probate Process: A Step-by-Step Guide

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MAY 19, 2020

Probate is a complex process; however, it is also very procedural. Therefore, by following our step-by-step California probate guide, you can complete the process WITHOUT hiring an attorney! Don't settle an estate on your own - contact us today!