California Probate Code Archives

Accessing a Safe Deposit Box When a Loved One Passes

October 16, 2018 by Tiffani Aanestad

When a loved one passes, the time after death can be confusing and sometimes traumatic. Important documents such as the Will and Trust of the decedent may need to be gathered quickly. The location of this paperwork is often found in a safe deposit box. If your name is on the box, no problem, right? … Read more

Costs of Probate in California: What You Need to Know in 2018

March 22, 2018February 15, 2017 by Tiffani Aanestad

In California, if your assets are valued at $150,000 or more and they are not directed to beneficiaries through either a trust plan, beneficiary designation, or a surviving spouse, those assets are required to go through the probate process upon your incapacity or death. Here are the costs you can expect if faced with probating … Read more