Monthly Archives: February 2026
How To Prove a Decedent Had Testamentary Capacity in California?
When someone we love passes away, their will determines how their assets will be distributed. However, will contests can arise due to several reasons. In California, one of the valid grounds for contesting a will is “lack of testamentary capacity.” Under this ground, the person contesting the will claims that the deceased, also called… Read More »
Proving a Decedent Was Not Under Undue Influence When They Made the Will
In California, one of the most common reasons for filing a will contest is undue influence, which happens when someone uses excessive persuasion, coercion, or pressure to manipulate a testator into creating a will that does not reflect their true wishes. However, while some claims of undue influence are valid, some are not. If… Read More »
What Is the First Thing an Executor Should Do After a Death in California?
When someone passes away in California, the executor, also known as a personal representative, suddenly takes on a long list of legal and financial responsibilities. It can be pretty overwhelming, especially while you are also coping with grief. The good news is that you don’t have to tackle everything all at once. However, there… Read More »