If you own a home, business or other assets, California law generally allows you to keep them in a trust. A trust may allow you to protect items from being seized by creditors or in a divorce. In many cases, you can dissolve a trust assuming that you follow the proper...
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Understanding probate bonds and the cost in California
Although no one ever wants to believe it, there are times when the individual administrating or executing an estate doesn't work in their heirs' and creditors' best interests. This is why probate bonds exist and are so vital to the estate planning process. Probate is...
The meaning of undue influence in probate litigation
Undue influence is a frequently contentious issue in probate litigation. Usually, the court appoints a guardian to carry out an undue influence for an incapacitated person. However, that extent of influence can be challenged in a court in California. Undue influence...
Does every asset have to go through probate?
No matter how you arrange your estate, you might not be able to avoid probate for your loved ones in California. However, probate isn't necessarily a bad thing. During the probate process, a judge will make sure that your assets are distributed according to your...
What are will contests and challenges?
Not all probate proceedings in California move along smoothly. Heirs, beneficiaries, and interested parties might have strong disagreements with the contents of a will. The conflicts may result in someone taking legal action. Namely, the person might choose to contest...
Probate bonds in California
Administration bonds, which are usually referred to as probate bonds in California, are posted on behalf of individuals appointed to administer estates to ensure that they will discharge their duties in accordance with state law and follow the provisions of the will....
Why You Should Bring A Lawyer To A Probate Litigation Case
Probate litigation is serious business for all parties involved. From the Surrogate all the way down to the heirs at law, Probate litigation proceedings have leave a lasting impact on families with long-reaching consequences. The Fridley law firm is composed of the...
Probate Case Go To Trial? What To Do Next
Not all probate cases can be worked out between the parties. In fact, not all probate cases should be worked out behind closed doors. Some probate cases go to trial. Our justice system exists to ensure that interested parties can access a court when it’s needed to...
What Does Appellate Have To Do With A Probate Case (And Why You Need An Attorney)
When a person dies and leaves behind a will, it will go through probate court to be adjudicated. While this process generally has few problems most of the time, there are instances where certain parties who may or may not have been mentioned in the will disagree with...
How Mediation Might Be Best for Your Probate Case
Probate disputes can be complex and stressful. Because of this, the process can be lengthy and expensive. To assist in resolution of a probate case, you may want to consider mediation. Mediation can help facilitate compromise and will provide all parties involved with...