Obtaining a letter of administration may take longer than you think. Be aware that it may take four to six weeks before your application receives approval, depending on how busy the county probate court is at the time of filing.
During the initial probate proceeding, after the court has determined that there is no will, it will appoint an administrator for the estate. The person who serves in this role will have many duties, including: Preserving the decedent's assets. Satisfying all valid creditor claims.
A Petition for Letters of Special Administration will not be approved unless a Petition for Probate has also been filed. You should use the Petition for Probate form, Judicial Council Form DE-111, including an Attachment under Section 3.
How to obtain letters of administration in California. To start the process of obtaining a letter of administration, you must fill out Form DE-150. The completed form DE-150 should then be submitted to the probate court in the county in which the deceased resided in at the time of death.
You can complete probate on your own, but an attorney can make the process easier.
How to obtain letters of administration in California. To start the process of obtaining a letter of administration, you must fill out Form DE-150. The completed form DE-150 should then be submitted to the probate court in the county in which the deceased resided in at the time of death.
Letters of Special Administration are temporary Letters that can be approved by the Probate Judge for a specific purpose on an ex parte basis (without a hearing).