Can You Clear Out a Home Before Probate in California?

A death in the family can be very emotional. [...]

By Sandra McCarthy|March 13th, 2021|Categories: Probate|4 Comments

What is a Probate Referee in California?

If you are settling an estate through the [...]

By Sandra McCarthy|March 6th, 2021|Categories: Probate|18 Comments

“Gilligan’s Island” Star Dawn Wells Dies of COVID-19: Did She Have an Estate Plan?

Actress Dawn Wells of Gilligan’s Island fame tragically passed [...]

By Sandra McCarthy|February 19th, 2021|Categories: Estate Planning, Probate|Comments Off

Difference Between Power of Attorney and Conservatorship

Have you found yourself needing to care for a loved one who no longer can handle their own personal needs or finances? At A People’s Choice, we have helped California residents prepare power of attorneys or file a court conservatorship so they can handle the financial and medical desires of a loved one. But here's the problem. How do you know what process will give you the authority you need to handle your loved one's affairs? The following information is aimed at helping you understand the difference between power of attorney and conservatorship,

By Sandra McCarthy|February 18th, 2021|Categories: Estate Planning, Probate|8 Comments

The California Probate Process: A Step-by-Step Guide

The probate process in California starts after someone dies. Depending on the size of the estate, the process of probating an estate can be surprisingly quick and simple to complete. For larger estates, probate may be lengthy and more complex. Here's what you need to know to start the probate process in California.

By Sandra McCarthy|February 4th, 2021|Categories: Probate|10 Comments

What is a Definitive Explanation of California Probate?

California Probate California probate is a simple concept, but [...]

By Sandra McCarthy|February 1st, 2021|Categories: Probate|Comments Off

Seven Ex-Wives, Three Surviving Children: Who Inherits Larry King’s $50M Fortune?

It’s no exaggeration to say “Larry King” is a [...]

By Sandra McCarthy|January 29th, 2021|Categories: Probate, Estate Planning|Comments Off

Filing a California Heggstad Petition

A Heggstad petition is used to legally declare that property listed on a trust schedule is nevertheless a trust asset, despite being formally omitted from the trust. If you need to transfer property to beneficiaries and want to save the estate from being fully probated, you may want to file a California Heggstad petition.

By Sandra McCarthy|January 13th, 2021|Categories: Probate|32 Comments

How to Obtain Conservatorship in California

One of the first steps of obtaining conservatorship in California is understanding the process. Then, you must complete complicated petition documents. Need help with this step? Be sure to contact A People's Choice for low cost, attorney-free assistance.

By Sandra McCarthy|December 2nd, 2020|Categories: Probate|44 Comments

What California Probate Laws Protect the Elderly Against Financial Abuse?

Financial elder abuse is a serious problem in estate planning. However, sometimes fraud is also caught after or during the probate process. Therefore, if an interested party files an action for financial elder abuse, California probate law can help rightful heirs repossess the decedent's assets.

By Sandra McCarthy|September 21st, 2020|Categories: Probate, Estate Planning|4 Comments

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Description of Will Documents (Notary fees additional)	Price
Will (individual)	$200
Codicil to Will	$125
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Revocable Trust or Restatement of Revocable Trust (Individual) Trust or Trust Restatement only (you must have an existing revocable trust)	$300
Revocable Trust or Restatement of Revocable Trust (Couple) Trust or Trust Restatement only (you must have an existing trust)	$400
Revocable Trust or Restatement of Revocable Trust Package (Individual) Includes Trust, Pour-over Will, Certificate of Trust, Healthcare Directive, Financial Power of Attorney and estate folder	$499
Revocable Trust or Restatement of Revocable Trust Package (Couple) Includes joint trust, 2 Pour-over Wills, Certificate of Trust, 2 Healthcare Directives, 2 Financial Powers of Attorney and estate folder	$650
Special Needs Trust Designed for beneficiaries with physical or mental disabilities.	$700
Irrevocable Medi-Cal and/or VA Planning Trust	$700
Trust Transfer Deed and Preliminary Change of Ownership (California property)	$200 ($50 discount w/trust pkg)
Trust Transfer Deed (Out-of-State property)	$275 ($50 discount w/trust pkg)
Trust Transfer Deed (Timeshare)	$275 ($50 discount w/trust pkg)

Description of Individual Documents (Notary fees additional)	Price
Will	$200
Healthcare Directive	$125
Financial Power of Attorney	$125
Codicil to Will	$125
Trust Amendment	$200 and up
Trust Transfer Deed and Preliminary Change of Ownership (California property)	$200
Trust Transfer Deed (Out-of-State property)	$275
Trust Transfer Deed (Timeshare)	$275
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Standard Conservatorship of Person AND/OR Estate (1 Petitioner) with or without Dementia Orders (Documents Only)	$1500
Limited Conservatorship for Developmentally Disabled (Documents Only)	$1200
Add-on Fees for Emergency Ex Parte Conservatorship (limited or standard)	+$300
Additional co-petitioner fee to any Conservatorship Petition	+$200
Add-on Fees for application for notice waivers and order	+$300
Add-on Fees for case management through Petition phase. Services include scheduling of any associated hearings, facilitating filing of documents with the court and other management services typically required to complete your Petition request	+$250
Standard preparation time is 10-14 business days. Rush preparation of all documentation is available for additional fee	$350+