Our Probate Blog

Our blog offers regular updates on probate administration in California, giving you the information you need to close a loved one's estate. Learn more about the California probate and estate administration process from our experienced attorneys.

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Where Is Aaron Hernandez’s $9 Million? Hernandez put millions of dollars in an irrevocable trust. It appears that Aaron Hernandez, who committed suicide while in ... Estate Litigation
Shooter’s Estate Will Be Tied Up for a Long Time The family of the man who killed concert goers in Las Vegas and the victims of the tragedy are likely to square off over $5 ... Estate Administration
Another Celebrity Estate Battle Looms Celebrity's son claims his son is attempting to cheat him out of his proper share of legacy. The late poet Maya Angelou, who ... Estate Litigation
Battle over Tompkins Estate Moves to Chile Daughter of founder of Esprit and North Face loses in California. Douglas Tompkins, who founded Esprit and North Face, and ... Estate Litigation
The Widow of Alan Thicke Wins First Round Disagreement between stepparents and stepchildren isn't unusual. However, the fight over Thicke's estate is taking ... Estate Litigation
Do Not Avoid Probate by Gifting House to Children Avoiding probate is a good idea, but not at the cost of losing your home. There are better ways to avoid probate than giving ... Estate Planning
Slayer Statutes are Sometimes Difficult to Enforce The real challenge is finding out who is responsible for the death and will they benefit from the death. Most states have ... Estate Administration
Michigan Accepts Unsigned Will into Probate An appellate court in Michigan overturns precedent and rules signature is not needed. For centuries, courts have required a ... Estate Planning
Is There a Conflict in Thicke Estate? Judge asked to decide if there really is a conflict. A prenuptial agreement would lead one to think the settlement of the ... Estate Litigation
Carrie Fisher Leaves Trust, but Probate May Be Necessary The sole daughter of the actress is the only beneficiary of estate but all of the assets not included in trust. Carrie ... Estate Administration
A ‘Real Housewives’ Has a Real Battle Television reality entertainer claims that her stepchildren are trying to take her home from her. Alexia Echevarria, one of ... Estate Planning
Prince’s Estate Is Awash in Controversy Sometimes a good example can tell you what not to do. People often do not get an estate plan because of the cost. However, ... Estate Administration

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