Probate

The law requires the use of probate to handle all the issues involved in transferring the estate to beneficiaries when someone dies with a will.  Probate is a complicated process--the probate court must look at many issues before the property is distributed:

• Is the will legally valid?
• Do creditors need to be paid before the beneficiaries can be considered?
• Once all debts are settled, how should the remaining estate be distributed?
• Has anyone raised objections to the will?

The probate court also appoints a person to handle similar issues when there is no will (in testate), and it determines the distribution of the remaining estate based on state laws.

The probate process can be complicated.  Failure to follow even one step can cause significant delays or even stop the process.  You need a law firm experienced in California’s probate process.  With over seven decades of experience, you can count on the attorneys at Boyle, Olson & Robinson to handle the details of probate and keep the process moving forward.

Our probate services

The attorneys at Boyle, Olson & Robinson are adept at managing all the steps involved in a probate proceeding.  We provide these services:

• Maintain continual communication with the court-appointed personal representative
• Prepare required court accountings
• Maintain records

At every level of the probate process, we also offer critical advice and support to ensure the best outcome:

• Locating assets
• Real estate sales
• Sales of other estate assets
• Preparation of required tax returns
• Issues with creditors

Contact us

When you need an attorney, contact Boyle, Olson & Robinson at 626-796-7181 or contact us online.

Located in Pasadena, California the practice regularly assists clients in all counties in Southern California, including these: