Frequently Asked Questions

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Who pays for probate expenses?

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Probate expenses include court fees, attorney’s fees, and any other costs associated with administering the estate. In some cases, the estate may be able to pay these expenses from its own funds, but in other cases, the beneficiary will be responsible for covering them.

No one likes to think about death, but planning for your estate is an important step that everyone should take. By creating a will or trust, you can ensure that your property is distributed according to your wishes and avoid family disputes over inheritance.

If you need assistance with probate in California, Filippi Law Firm P.C. is here to help. We have years of experience helping clients navigate the California probate process, and we can make sure that your final wishes are carried out correctly. Contact us today to get started!

Satisfied Client Stories

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We came to Filippi Law Firm needing assistance with a probate matter. Along the way my wife and I decided to get our affairs in order as well. Having never been through either process we were not very knowledgeable and in need of serious guidance. Jen, Katia, David and the rest of the team have been very informative, helpful, caring and patient with us while we navigate this unexpected journey. Thank You team Filippi!!

Jerry H. | Antelope, CA
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Walking into the Filippi Law Firm you are greeted by a friendly and welcoming receptionist. Any concerns regarding picking the right law firm are quickly erased. Jim Filippi and his staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. They are extremely knowledgeable in Estate Planning, the reason for my need of an attorney. After obtaining my estate information they quickly got to work on updating my Revocable Living Trust and associated documents. Their fees were extremely reasonable for the time and effort they put forth. I highly recommend the Filippi Law Firm.

Andrew G. | Granite Bay, CA
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I had a very good experience with this law firm. Bryan Walters is very knowledgeable and responsive. I’m sure he is an excellent representation of everyone at the Filippi Law.

Marina D.
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No nonsense, fair billing, got the job completed quickly.

Elizabeth B. | Newcastle, CA
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Jen Prioriello was very professional and easy to work with. She explained everything as we went so I would understand the process. I will definitely use them again.

Richard A. | Roseville, CA
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The team at Filippi Law Firm handled the settlement of my cousin’s estate flawlessly. A difficult time for me as the executor and trustee was made a lot easier having this law firm handle all of the legal details of the settlement. I highly recommend this law firm!

Virginia Y. | Roseville, CA

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