The Challenge

When a man died unexpectedly without a will, his mother was considered the sole heir under intestacy laws. However, she was incapacitated with no estate planning instruments of her own. 

Unsure what to do, the decedent’s sister enlisted the help of a friend - an attorney unfamiliar with the probate process and the local rules of Los Angeles County. After initiating probate with insufficient guidance, the process stagnated and costs and complications compounded quickly.

The Solution

After months of no progress, the sister turned to Harbor Probate Law for help. Our experienced professional team took charge to restore order to the chaotic process. We delved into the previous court documents, orders, and case files, and strategized a plan to resolve the tangled issues. 

After cleaning the court file with proper pleadings, addressing the court's concerns, and preparing a final accounting, we successfully brought the probate to completion. Further, we helped the client establish a conservatorship of the estate for her mother, allowing her to collect the inheritance and use it for her mother's medical care and well-being.

The Result

With Harbor's dedicated efforts, the process went from stressful to smooth. Throughout each challenge, Harbor provided regular counsel and emotional support to the client, who was understandably wary of attorneys after her previous experience. After successfully completing the probate process and securing her mother’s medical needs, the client could finally breathe a sigh of relief.