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Can a Trustee Sell Real Estate to a Beneficiary in California?

Trustees of California trusts must be very careful to abide by the law and not favor any one beneficiary over…
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notice to heirs in California probate
Notice to Heirs in California Probate: 5 Key Tips

Notice to Heirs in California Probate: 5 Key Tips

Are you attempting to probate the estate of a loved one and confused about the notice requirement? View here for…
November 12, 2025 Read More
Trust Contest in California
Trust Contest in California: How to Start

Trust Contest in California: How to Start

In California, trust contests begin with a petition in probate court. Be sure to include key facts and file in…
November 10, 2025 Read More
Trustee Duties: Understanding the Trustee Standard of Care

Trustee Duties: Understanding the Trustee Standard of Care

As a trustee, you must perform your duties in accordance with a certain standard. Understanding this standard is crucial to…
November 7, 2025 Read More
Temporary Trustee Suspension
Temporary Trustee Suspension Protects Assets of a CA Trust

Temporary Trustee Suspension Protects Assets of a CA Trust

A trustee can be temporarily suspended during the trial to have the trustee removed. Find out why you may want…
November 6, 2025 Read More
Prudent Investor Rule
Trustee’s Duty: What is the Prudent Investor Rule?

Trustee’s Duty: What is the Prudent Investor Rule?

Under California trust law, trustees have an obligation to fulfill certain duties. In 1995, California adopted its own version of…
November 6, 2025 Read More
Tips for determining the Damages for a Breach of Fiduciary Duties
Trustee Duties: Are You Entitled to an Accounting as a Beneficiary? 

Trustee Duties: Are You Entitled to an Accounting as a Beneficiary? 

Table of Contents Key Takeaways Understanding Beneficiary Rights to an Accounting When a Trustee Must Provide an Accounting Exceptions to…
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Frivolous account objection
What Is a Frivolous Trust Account Objection?

What Is a Frivolous Trust Account Objection?

When a beneficiary objects to a trust accounting, the objection must be in good faith. If not, the beneficiary may…
November 4, 2025 Read More
Beneficiary
Know Your Rights as a Beneficiary of a Trust

Know Your Rights as a Beneficiary of a Trust

As the beneficiary of a trust, you may be entitled to receive a distribution of trust property. You have certain…
November 4, 2025 Read More
cost of trust litigation
Trust Litigation Costs in California

Trust Litigation Costs in California

Trust Litigation Costs in California explained by a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Law.
October 31, 2025 Read More
probate without a will
Starting Probate Without a Will in California

Starting Probate Without a Will in California

You can open a probate and provide proper notice to all parties including the person who has the original will. Attorney…
October 30, 2025 Read More

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