California Probate

Losing a Loved One
Is Devastating.

And Probate Can Be a Nightmare.

We're not just another probate law firm. We're a complete inheritance solution designed to guide California families through every step of what comes next.

15+ Years

Experience in CA probate & trust law

CA Bar Certified Specialist

Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law

1,500+ Families

Served across California

Free Probate Consultation

We Can Help You
Navigate This.

Tell us about your situation. A member of our team will reach out as soon as possible — no cost, no obligation.

About You

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Relationship to Deceased

Your Role in This Matter

Where Are You in the Process?

About the Deceased

Name of Deceased

Date of Death

County Where Deceased Lived

Does the Estate Include Real Estate?

Estimated Estate Value

My own family suffered through a grueling, expensive, multi-year probate process to settle my parents' simple estate and obtain guardianship for our sister. With the right legal advice, much of it could have been avoided.

— Devanand (Dave) Singh, Founder & CEO · Succession Legal

Why This Firm Exists

Losing both of my parents at an early age taught me that every situation is unique — and uniquely challenging. Many lawyers will say they know how you feel, but I understand that true empathy means respecting your unique emotions and circumstances. After all, no two families are the same, and no two losses are the same.

That's why I started my firm: to help other families avoid the unnecessary nightmare my family went through. It's about giving peace of mind to you now, and ease of mind to your children when you're gone.

Devanand (Dave) Singh

Founder & CEO · Succession Legal

California Probate Fee Calculator

See What Probate Could
Cost Your Family

California Probate Code §10810 sets statutory executor and attorney fees, which are a percentage of the estate value, regardless of the amount of work actually involved. Enter the estimated estate value to see what the statutory fee could cost your family — then contact us for a simple flat-fee alternative that could save you thousands.

Total Estate Value

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California Probate Code §10810 sets mandatory statutory fees for both the executor and the estate attorney — calculated on the gross estate value, not equity. A $1M home with a $700K mortgage is still valued at $1M for probate fee purposes.

Your California Probate Cost Breakdown

Estate Value$1,000,000

Statutory Attorney Fee$23,000

Statutory Executor Fee$23,000

Minimum Court Filing Fees$1,500

Misc. (appraisal, publication, bonds)$2,000

Total Probate Cost $49,500

* Calculations based on California Probate Code §10810 statutory fee schedule. Actual costs may vary. For educational purposes only — not legal advice. Extraordinary fees may apply.

A Better Way

Most Attorneys Charge
What the Law Allows.
We Don't.

California probate attorneys are entitled to charge statutory fees by law. Most do. We offer California families a simple flat fee alternative — so you know exactly what you'll pay, and keep more of what your loved one left behind.

The Statutory Fee Model

What most probate attorneys charge

Fees calculated as a % of gross estate value — not equity

Attorney AND executor each collect full statutory fee

No cap — the larger the estate, the more they collect

Additional "extraordinary fees" can be billed on top

You don't know the final cost until probate closes

Example — $1M Estate

$46,000+

in attorney + executor fees alone

The Succession Legal
Simple Flat-Fee Model

No percentages. No surprises.

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One single fee agreed upfront — before we start any work

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Never a percentage of the estate — you keep more of what your loved one left behind

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No surprise bills, no "extraordinary fee" add-ons

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Full transparency — you know the total cost on day one

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Licensed California probate attorney handling your case

Example — $1M Estate

Request Your Flat Fee →

No percentages. No surprises.

The Difference

Families who choose flat-fee probate
can save tens of thousands of dollars
compared to the statutory fee model.

Find Out What You'd Save →

No cost · No obligation · Confidential

Free Resource

The California Probate
Knowledge Center

23 plain-English guides covering everything California families need to know about probate — written by a CA Bar Certified Specialist. No jargon. No sales pitch. Just answers.

Visit the Knowledge Center →

Cost & Fees

What probate actually costs — and how to pay less

Timeline

How long probate takes and what drives delays

Real Estate

What happens to a house — including AB 2016

Executor Duties

Everything an executor needs to know

Avoiding Probate

Trusts, TOD deeds, and small estate options

New Laws

AB 2016 — the new $750K primary residence law

Take the First Step

You Don't Have to
Navigate This Alone.

A free consultation gives you a clear picture of where things stand and what your options are. No cost, no obligation.

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Call Now (213) 816-2462

Losing a Loved OneIs Devastating.

We Can Help YouNavigate This.

See What Probate CouldCost Your Family

Most Attorneys ChargeWhat the Law Allows.We Don't.

The California ProbateKnowledge Center

You Don't Have toNavigate This Alone.

Losing a Loved One
Is Devastating.

We Can Help You
Navigate This.

See What Probate Could
Cost Your Family

Most Attorneys Charge
What the Law Allows.
We Don't.

The California Probate
Knowledge Center

You Don't Have to
Navigate This Alone.