Probate | Probate Litigation | Will |
Executor Theft: What should I do if I suspect theft from a California probate estate?
If you are the beneficiary of a California probate estate and suspect that the executor may be stealing estate property, it is important to act quickly. Waiting too long may make it impossible for you to ever receive the property to which you are entitled.
Probate | Probate Litigation |
Removing an Administrator: How to go about it and having someone else was appointed administrator of the estate?
If your spouse predeceased you, it is possible that another individual was named administrator of his estate. Fortunately, you may be able to have the administrator removed and yourself appointed instead – if you are of higher priority as determined by the California probate code.
Probate | Probate Litigation | Trust Litigation |
What happens to a disqualified beneficiary under California probate law?
Under the laws governing wills and trusts in California, a beneficiary may be disqualified from receiving an inheritance in certain circumstances. For this reason, other beneficiaries or the executor or trustee of an estate or trust may bring forward a San Diego probate litigation matter.
Probate | Probate Litigation | Will |
Challenging the Validity of a Will
California will contest matters can interfere with the administration of an estate while eating up valuable time and resources. Unfortunately, these matters must be defended even when the executor feels they are frivolous. If you are faced with the task of defending a will contest in San Diego, consider taking the following steps.
Partition: Is it the right action for me during or after a California probate administration?
Under California law, an action for partition is available to co-owners of property who want the court to divide real estate in an equitable manner among the parties. California probate or trust administrations often result in real estate being owned by multiple parties who otherwise would not choose to purchase or own property together.