Probate Law

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Probate Law Attorney In Rancho Palos Verdes, California

What Is Probate Law?

Probate is the legal procedure by which the remaining assets of a deceased individual are distributed under court supervision. This process is often intricate and time-consuming. At Lane Law Group, Inc., we can act as your probate attorney or provide assistance to clients who have been designated as executors of a loved one's estate in navigating and completing the probate process.

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The Probate Process

Every probate, regardless of whether the decedent left a will, follows a similar fundamental process. The key steps involve:


  1. Initiating a petition with the relevant probate court to designate a personal representative for the decedent's estate.
  2. Notifying the heirs about the proceedings.
  3. Collecting and documenting an inventory of the decedent's assets.
  4. Evaluating and selling the decedent's assets, if required.
  5. Settling estate taxes, if applicable.
  6. Distributing the assets to the heirs and beneficiaries.
  7. Notifying creditors about the process.


Small California Estates & Surviving Spouses

If the total value of the personal property in the estate is $150,000 or less, probate may not be legally required in the state of California. Beneficiaries can potentially submit an affidavit to the court, allowing them to collect their inheritance without undergoing a complete probate process.


Moreover, a surviving spouse or domestic partner might have the option to bypass probate by filing a Spousal (or Domestic Partner) Property Petition with the court. This avenue enables them to assert the entire estate assets of the decedent, without any monetary limit on the assets transferred through this method.

Getting The Help You Need

If you require assistance with a California estate probate or wish to strategize for estate planning to avoid probate, Lane Law Group, Inc. is ready to assist you. Our team is well-versed in this legal procedure and is committed to ensuring the closure of the estate aligns with the family's desires and complies with the necessary regulations of the California judicial system.

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