California’s Model for Beneficiary-Interest Purchases: Oversight Without Losing Access
When policymakers set out to stop probate abuse, the goal is straightforward: protect beneficiaries and preserve the integrity of the court process. But there’s a catch. Well‑intentioned reforms can unintentionally add friction—extra delays, costs, or procedural...
Protecting Heirs Without Limiting Access: A Better Standard for Probate Reform
Probate policy has one job that pulls in two directions at the same time: stop fraud and coercion, while keeping the process accessible enough that rightful heirs can still be found and participate. When reforms focus only on tightening controls, the system can...
What Washington’s HB 2445 Means for Probate Administration
This brief is for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Overview In March 2026, Washington enacted HB 2445, “Ending Probates for Profit,” codified as Chapter 204, Laws of 2026 (C 204 L 26). The law takes effect June 11, 2026. It was...
California’s Probate Approach Balances Oversight and Access
This brief is for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Overview California Probate Code § 11604.5 provides a court-supervised framework for transactions in which a beneficiary transfers some or all of a beneficial interest to a...