Losing a parent can be one of the most difficult experiences in a person’s life. In the midst of grieving and making final arrangements, you may also be tasked with determining how to manage your parent’s estate. If you are unfamiliar with the probate process, you may be wondering: Why does my father’s estate have to go through probate?
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Can I help an elderly family member who can no longer take care of himself or herself?
As your parents and other loved ones get older, they can experience health changes that can make it much more difficult for them to care for themselves. You may start to notice changes such as slower reaction times while driving, instability when walking or standing,...
What Happens During a California Probate Case?
When a loved one passes away, it can be a painful and challenging time for their survivors. While managing their grief, family members often have to make final arrangements while also trying to determine how to transfer their loved one’s estate. After someone dies,...
What are the Powers of a California Conservator?
In California, when an adult cannot adequately attend to their physical or financial needs, a probate court can appoint a legal conservator to make decisions on their behalf. The conservator will have specific duties under the law and will be granted the necessary...
What Can I Do to Remove a Conservator?
In California, if an adult cannot care for their physical or financial needs, a court can formally appoint another person to make decisions on their behalf. The designated individual (conservator) will be under a legal obligation to perform specific tasks to assist...
What Questions Do You Ask a Probate Attorney After Your Loved One Has Died?
When someone close to you dies, everything can become chaotic very quickly. In the middle of grieving your loss, you have to work out funeral arrangements, talk to friends and family members, and manage everyday tasks. On top of all of that, you may soon find yourself...
What Does a Guardian Ad Litem do During a Probate Court Case?
If you or a loved one is involved in a probate court case, you may have heard the term "guardian ad litem." A guardian ad litem can play an essential part in a California probate case, and it’s important to understand their role. Therefore, you will need to know: What...
What Happens in a Probate Case?
If you haven’t been through the process, thinking about what happens in a probate case can be confusing or even anxiety-producing. Furthermore, not knowing the procedures and what to expect can make matters more daunting. By having a basic idea of how a probate case...
What to do When You Think Your Parent Needs a Guardian
When your parents start to show signs of getting older, it may start with their reflexes being slightly slower or the occasional memory lapse. These symptoms may not be alarming in and of themselves. However, when your mom or dad is getting frequently confused and...
What happens when your parent dies without a will?
Losing a parent is almost always difficult, but if you lose your mother or father and find out he or she never created a will, you may face even more hardship. When your parent dies “intestate,” or without a will, it may cost you and other loved ones unnecessary time...
