How Does Probate Work in California?
California probate is the court-supervised process of transferring a deceased person's assets. Here is how it works, what it costs, and how long it takes.
Probate in California is the court-supervised process used to validate a will, pay debts, and distribute a deceased person's assets to heirs. The process is governed by the California Probate Code and most cases run through the Superior Court of the county where the decedent lived. Understanding the timeline, costs, and required filings up front prevents costly delays.
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