Probate in California typically exceeds the one-year legal timeline due to various delays like court backlog and estate complexities. Beneficiaries usually wait 8–12 months or longer for inheritance. Expert estate planning and using non-probate assets can significantly shorten this process. ... Read More
One thing we have learned from our time practicing in the area of estate planning is that no two client estate plans are exactly the same. It follows that no two probate procedures are the same. How long probate funds ... Read More
When a beloved family member dies, you may know that many different affairs will need addressing. You may wonder whether you have the right or ability to help handle those remaining tasks, and the answer to that question may depend ... Read More
Many people don’t think about the word probate until someone close to them passes away. If the death was unexpected, this mysterious legal term may be mentioned in passing as loved ones cope with their shock and grief and make ... Read More
It comes as a surprise to many that when a person passes away with assets, his or her estate may be able to avoid probate. In California, when assets and property can bypass probate, they may be able to do ... Read More
Navigating probate court can be overwhelming, especially when emotions are high after the loss of a loved one. At the Law Offices of Alice A. Salvo, we’ve answered thousands of common probate questions to help clients gain peace of mind, ... Read More
