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Carol Highfill

Probate vs Trust, Which Will You Choose?

The moment when you have your last breath, do you want your family fighting over what you worked so hard to obtain and, in the end,...

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Probate Frequently Asked Questions

What duties can a personal representative perform? In addition to these duties, some of the things that a personal representative might...

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What is Final Accounting in a Probate Case?

Final accounting occurs when the executor of the estate has paid all debts, any property that needed to be sold has been sold, and...

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California Probate Code Conservatorship

Introduction In the United States, when an individual requires the appointment of a guardian or protector, the law classifies the process...

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Assignment of Interest in Probate Estate California

In probate there are cases to which someone would like to give away their right as a beneficiary to inherit a family member's estate. Due...

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What is Probate Code 16061.7? The Simplified Version

This probate code can be confusing to read and may lead you to question if you're reading the code correctly. Here is a simplified...

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