Get De-315 - Courts Ca

The DE-315 form, officially known as the Order Determining Succession to Real Property, is a crucial document for those handling the succession of estates valued at $150,000 or less in California. This guide aims to provide clear, step-by-step instructions to assist users in filling out this form effectively.

Follow the steps to fill out the DE-315 form online:

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by entering the name, address, and State Bar number of the attorney or party without attorney at the top of the form.
3. In the section labeled 'After recording, return to', provide the contact information relevant to the filing, including the telephone number, fax number (if applicable), and email address (optional).
4. Identify the name of the attorney for the matter, if applicable.
5. Fill in the details of the Superior Court of California, including the county, street address, mailing address, city, zip code, and branch name.
6. Provide the matter of the estate, the case number, and details regarding the decedent, including their name and the date of their death.
7. Indicate whether the decedent was a resident or nonresident of California and whether they died intestate or testate.
8. Confirm that at least 40 days have passed since the decedent's death and that no administration of their estate is being conducted.
9. If applicable, include a statement of consent from the decedent's personal representative to use the specified probate procedure.
10. State the gross value of the decedent's real and personal property at the time of death, ensuring it does not exceed $150,000.
11. List each petitioner as a successor of the decedent, specifying the relation to the property as either a beneficiary under a will or a person succeeding under the Probate Code.
12. Detail the real and personal property being passed to each petitioner in Attachment 9a, including legal descriptions.
13. Provide the names of the petitioners and their specific property interests as indicated in Attachment 9b.
14. Mention any other orders, if applicable, in Attachment 10.
15. Specify the number of pages attached to the form and date the document.
16. Finally, review the entries for accuracy, save the form, and opt to print or share as necessary.

Complete your DE-315 form online today to ensure smooth progression of your estate matter.