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A: The probate process in Contra Costa County typically involves the following steps: filing a petition with the Contra Costa County Superior Court, appointing an executor or personal representative, gathering and inventorying assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing assets to beneficiaries.
Petition for Probate (DE-111) Ask the court to start the process for distributing a deceased person's property, paying debts owed by the deceased person, and settling the financial affairs of the deceased person.
States the courts decision (order) appointing the personal representative of an estate (the executor of the deceased person's will or the administrator appointed by the court to manage the estate of a deceased person who did not have a will) and listing powers and responsibilities of the representative.
Probate Code 850 allows personal representatives or trustees to file a petition with the probate court to have the omitted assets included in the trust, effectively retroactively amending the trust document.
States the courts decision (order) appointing the personal representative of an estate (the executor of the deceased person's will or the administrator appointed by the court to manage the estate of a deceased person who did not have a will) and listing powers and responsibilities of the representative.
In California, certain assets, such as real estate, bank accounts, personal property, business interests, and unregistered securities, must go through probate. By understanding which assets are subject to probate, we can assist you with effective estate planning and administration.
Viewing or Copying Probate Records Online. You may use the court's public portal to view and copy court records. In person for all cases types including conservatorships and guardianships. You may use the kiosk to view records and ask the court clerk to make copies. By mail or drop box.
Step 1 Petition for Probate (Form DE-111, Judicial Council), and all attachments, Original Will (if there is one) Notice of Petition to Administer Estate (Form DE-121, Judicial Council) Duties and Liabilities of Personal Representative (Form DE-147, Judicial Council) Order for Probate (Form DE-140, Judicial Council)