Estate and Probate Attorney in Sacramento, CA

Probate Administration and Estate Services in Sacramento

We guide executors and family members through every required legal step of probate administration in Sacramento, CA. A missed deadline or filing error can cause costly delays. With over three decades of Sacramento County court experience, we help clients stay on track from filing to final distribution.

Our probate administration services may include:

1. Identifying and locating heirs and beneficiaries.
2. Filing required inventories, tax returns, and court documents with the Sacramento probate court.
3. Reviewing and determining the validity of claims made against the estate.
4. Clearing title to real property and facilitating transfers or sales.
5. Distributing assets to heirs and accounting for all receipts and disbursements.

We approach every case with patience and compassion, recognizing that estate matters often arise during an already difficult time.

Why Choose a Board-Certified Estate and Probate Attorney?

We are board-certified by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization in Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Law, and hold a Master of Laws in Taxation from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. Our clients in Sacramento, CA benefit from both deep probate knowledge and tax law guidance under one roof.



Whether your matter involves a straightforward will, a contested inheritance, or trust litigation, we bring the experience of a seasoned probate lawyer with more than three decades before the Sacramento probate court. We also assist clients navigating California's intestate succession laws when no will exists.

What Happens if There Is No Will?

If a loved one passed away without a will, the estate may still need to go through probate. California's intestate succession laws govern how assets are distributed, but the process can be complex. We can represent your interests in Sacramento County court and help ensure the estate is administered correctly.

Can Estate Planning Help Avoid Probate?

Living trusts and other estate planning tools may allow assets to transfer to beneficiaries without going through probate court. We assist with drafting wills and trusts designed to carry out your wishes and potentially reduce estate taxes.