Can You Avoid Probate in California?

Alisya Clayton • May 24, 2013

Everyone has questions about probate because frankly, it’s complicated. But know that there are alternatives to probate. Many people ask:

If a loved one passed away leaving a very small estate, is probate necessary?
Will everyone need to wait months and months to complete probate, and spend a lot of money, even if the estate is small and simple?
Is probate necessary just because there is real estate involved?

If you have a question about whether you need to probate a Will or not, it’s best to speak with an experienced and knowledgeable attorney to help you. Choose someone who knows both the law and the probate process. At the Law Office of Mark Abell, I have comprehensive knowledge of the estate planning laws. My office can quickly tell you whether to submit the estate to probate or not.

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