by Christine Brown | Feb 22, 2022 | Probate
After the loss of a loved one, you will likely have to go through a legal process called probate to administer his or her estate. It can be overwhelming and intimidating, as you may not initially know who to contact, what’s required of you, or how the process works in...
by Christine Brown | Jan 30, 2022 | Estate Planning, Probate
When a decedent leaves behind unpaid debts, creditors have certain rights when it comes to reclaiming those debts. However, a creditor’s ability to enforce their rights could be significantly limited if they fail to enter their claim within the appropriate time frame....
by Christine Brown | Nov 17, 2021 | Probate
The process of settling an estate can take months to years, and the length of time for probate in Los Angeles County can vary drastically, depending on factors such as whether a will is in place and the complexity of the estate. Sometimes the probate process takes...
by Christine Brown | Jan 31, 2021 | Estate Planning, Probate
Dying intestate, or without a will, is unfortunately very common. If you die without a will, your property will go through a court process called probate and will ultimately be distributed according to California intestacy law. Here are some common events that may...
by Christine Brown | Dec 23, 2020 | Probate
As an LA County probate lawyer, I commonly say, “If you don’t create your own will while you’re alive, the state will give you one when you’re gone.” What that means is that if a person dies without a will (called “intestate”) their estate will be administered...
by Christine Brown | Oct 17, 2020 | Probate
In a perfect world, the executor of a Last Will and Testament will have all the information and resources they need to administer an estate quickly and efficiently. In the real world, however, many people don’t even know that they’ve been named the executor of an...
