Probate & Inheritance Law Blog
Practical guidance on California probate, trusts, and inheritance matters.
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Probate Code 850 Petitions in California: How to Recover Assets Taken from an Estate or Trust
When a parent passes away, families often discover that something is missing: a bank account emptied in the final months, a house deeded to one sibling…
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Breach of Fiduciary Duty by a Trustee in California: Warning Signs, Deadlines, and How to Remove a Trustee
Short answer: In California, a trustee must administer the trust solely in the beneficiaries’ interest, keep them reasonably informed, and account for the trust property (Probate…
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Undue Influence Trust Contests in California
When a parent’s trust is changed late in life to favor a new caregiver or the one child who controlled access to them, family members often…
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Beneficiary Rights When an Executor or Trustee Hides Assets in California
Probate and Trust Litigation · October 2026 · By Maksim Lamash, Malibu If you are a beneficiary of a California trust or estate and the executor…
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How to Contest a Will or Trust in California
If you believe a will or trust does not reflect what the person who signed it really wanted, you may be able to challenge it in…
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What Happens When Someone Dies Without a Will in California?
Intestate succession rules and what they mean for your family.
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How Much Does a Probate Attorney Cost in California?
Statutory fees, extraordinary fees, and what to expect.
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How Long Does Probate Take in California?
A 2026 guide to the California probate timeline.