Probate Department (Stanley Mosk Courthouse)
Los Angeles County Probate Court
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles
About Los Angeles County Probate Court
The Probate Department at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse handles court matters involving decedents’ estates, trusts, guardianships, conservatorships, and other probate-related proceedings for Los Angeles County. As the county’s primary probate courthouse, it serves a high volume of cases and provides specialized probate services, records access, forms, examiner information, and online resources for attorneys and self-represented court users.
General Court Services
- Trust proceedings
- Probate records access
- Probate notes review
Court Access & Procedures
Probate documents may generally be filed in person, by mail, or electronically where permitted under Los Angeles Superior Court rules. Probate clerk services are available during regular business hours, and many probate documents can be submitted electronically while online calendars, forms, and case information are available through the court’s website. Visitors should review the official Los Angeles Superior Court Probate webpage for the latest filing requirements, hearing procedures, and remote appearance options before visiting the courthouse.
Note: The Stanley Mosk Courthouse serves as the primary probate courthouse for Los Angeles County and houses dedicated probate operations, records, investigator services, and a guardianship clinic.
Disclaimer: This page provides general informational content about Los Angeles County court services and is not legal advice. Court procedures, fees, and contact information are subject to change. Always verify current details directly with the Los Angeles County Superior Court. Last reviewed: July 2026