California Probate

As in other states, California probate is the court administered process of distributing a deceased person's estate or assets according to a will if one exists. This process usually takes from six to nine months to complete. The Cohen Law Firm, or The Probate Guy, has more than fifteen years of experience in the California probate courts and can represent you with your case. The law firm focuses on probate administration and probate litigation. Mr. Cohen has experience in all facets of civil litigation, probate, insolvency and real estate. The general purpose of California probate is to collect and account for all the assets of the deceased and to liquidate the assets into cash while attempting to negotiate a reduction.

You will then pay all outstanding debts and taxes of the deceased and distribute the monies or assets according to the deceased's will or to the immediate spouse/children/siblings, relatives. The Probate Guy will prepare all of the legal documents required and conduct all the legal filings and make all the court appearances. This will move the California probate procedure to a timely conclusion. Your attorney will take care of all the legal documents you will need for the California probate process. At the same time, it is your job to make sure all the assets are found and you must complete the list of beneficiaries and oversee that proper disbursements are eventually made after the court orders the distribution. You will work closely with Mr. Cohen to complete the California probate procedure. This means you will need to choose an attorney you like and one that you can work with. The Probate Guy will walk you through your duties while always keeping you informed at all times to the proper procedure and also provide you with the support you need to make the right decisions. The California probate process should be started as quickly as possible after the decedent's death.

After the funeral, burial arrangements and other family matters are completed, you can start the probate process. Hiring The Probate Guy is the first step in the California probate process. They will routinely handle probate matters with the knowledge of the process and the many pitfalls associated with it. Mr. Cohen meets with all clients personally and does not use paralegals to prepare or complete any of the work. Instead, Mr. Cohen completes all of the work himself to ensure it is done right the first time. All you have to do is talk with your probate attorney and the papers are properly filed and the procedure completed at the earliest possible conclusion. The documents are a large part of the California probate process. These written documents are approved at court hearings. Little testimony is generally required other than in unusual situations such as with a will contest. The Law Offices of Robert L. Cohen will normally handle all the hearings without the need for you to be present. You should not have to attend any probate hearings in the California probate process unless an unusual wrinkle occurs in the case. Naturally, Mr. Cohen will attend all hearings and also prepare you for any hearing that might require your attendance. To schedule your free initial consultation, go to www.theprobateguy.com.