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We sees numerous clients who unfortunately have lost a loved one and are navigating the challenging legal process that follows, including probate administration. Adding a court proceeding on top of grief can be devastating, but our skilled and compassionate attorneys strive to make the process easier on you. If you have lost a loved one and are now having to navigate the probate court process, we are here to help.

Losing a loved one is tough enough, but when the family starts bickering over the estate, things can really go sideways. The probate process often becomes even more challenging when disputes arise among heirs and beneficiaries. Disagreements over who inherits what or whether a will is valid can tear families apart and lead to prolonged legal battles in probate court.

Many Californians create revocable living trusts so that their children or others can bypass the tedious probate court process. Although administering a trust outside of probate is generally less onerous, Trustees still have numerous duties which may be neglected without a proper understanding of California’s trust administration laws.

When trust disputes surface, it is often emotional and draining, especially when you’re trying to figure out what to do next. For beneficiaries, protecting your inheritance may mean standing up against a trustee who isn’t playing by the rules. Trustees, meanwhile, can find themselves under fire, facing accusations of mishandling or not following the trust’s instructions.