The first step in the process is to file a petition for probate of a will if you have a will or to file a petition for administration of an estate without a will. You will need to obtain a certified c...
Beneficiaries Residing in Another Country
When you are the administrator of an estate in California you are required to provide notice of administration to all heirs and/or relatives of the decedent regardless of where they reside. If any of ...
Understanding A Creditor and a Claim?
An executor or administrator of an estate is required to give notice of administration to all know and reasonably discoverable creditors of the decedent. There is a formal process for giving notice wh...
The Nuts and Bolts of a Civil Jury Trial
In Civil Litigation matters the parties have a right to a jury trial as opposed to family law and probate matters which proceed by a bench trial. A jury trial is different from a bench trial in that t...
Motion of Summary Judgment or Summary Adjudication
Plaintiff’s Motion of Summary Judgment or Summary Adjudication Either party in a civil lawsuit may request that the Court dismiss the opposing party’s entire case or specific causes of action or d...
Validity of Foreign Marriage or Marriage to a Foreigner
A question that often arises in today’s global world is whether a foreign marriage will be recognized in the State of California. As with most legal questions the answer depends upon the facts and c...
What Happens to Assets in Revocable Family Trust During a Dissolution Proceeding
What happens to the assets in a revocable family trust during a dissolution proceeding? Once either party files for a Dissolution of Marriage and serves a Summons on the opposing party there ar...
Family Law in Orange County Courts – COVID 19
The Governor of the State of California issued a State of Emergency on March 4, 2020. (View PDF) In addition to the Governor’s declaration of a State of Emergency, the California Judicial Council is...
Child Custody, Visitation and Support during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Child Custody, Visitation and Support during the Covid-19 Pandemic Many parents are concerned about their child custody and/or visitation during the Covid-19 pandemic and need legal assistance in deci...
Can My Landlord/Lender Evict Me During The COVID-19 Pandemic?
COVID-19/CORONAVIRUS – CAN MY LANDLORD/LENDER EVICT ME DURING THE PANDEMIC? The Covid-19 pandemic has impacted nearly everyone to a greater extent than others. Most people who have non-essent...