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Transferring a Vehicle without Probate

September 14, 2011  |   Posted by :   |   Probate   |   0 Comment

If a deceased person’s estate isn’t going through probate then you, as an heir may transfer the title or interest of a vehicle or vessel without probate. This is only done for vehicles or vessels that are registered in the State of California. All you must do is fill out An Affidavit for Transfer Without Probate-California Titled Vehicles or Vessels [...]

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If you were Married to or a Registered Domestic Partner to Someone who has Died…

September 02, 2011  |   Posted by :   |   Community Property,Probate   |   0 Comment

If you were married to or a registered domestic partner of someone who has passed away, you may be able to get a court order that says: -What your share of the community property you shared with your spouse is, and -What part of your deceased spouse’s community and separate property belongs to you. To [...]

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Definition of Probate

August 25, 2011  |   Posted by :   |   Probate   |   0 Comment

What is a Probate? Probate proceedings are legal hearings that are set up to finalize a person’s legal and financial affairs after than have passed on. A probate officer will be responsible for validating the deceased person’s final will and then go ahead and distribute the person’s property according to the will. In the State of California, [...]

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