by lkelley | May 28, 2026 | Probate
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...
by Shalise Obray | May 5, 2026 | Ethics, Probate
The Challenge: Protecting Probate Without Limiting Access Every system needs safeguards against bad actors. Probate is no different. But in the effort to prevent abuse, there’s a growing risk of overcorrection—policies or practices that unintentionally make it harder...
by Shalise Obray | May 5, 2026 | Probate
Probate is the court-supervised legal process used to settle a person’s estate after death, including validating authority, paying approved obligations, and transferring assets to the legally entitled heirs. What probate does: Confirm whether a will is valid Appoint...
