In California, navigating the probate process after a loved one's death can be complex and time-consuming. However, for smaller estates involving real property, the state offers a streamlined ...

As of this month, inheriting property just got a little easier in California—but only for a select few. Starting April 1, 2025, a new law significantly expanded the definition of so-called “small ...

You should consider making a living trust in California for several compelling reasons, primarily revolving around avoiding probate and ensuring your assets are managed according to your wishes, both ...

Effective April 1, 2025, Assembly Bill 2016 (AB 2016) creates a new probate shortcut allowing primary residences in California, if certain conditions are met, to pass to the decedent’s ...

Probate refers to the legal process of settling the estate of a deceased person. This process can take anywhere from a few months to a couple of years, depending on several factors such as the size ...