by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Feb 6, 2026 | Elder Law & Medi-Cal Planning
Key Takeaways: Capacity Required: In California, a person must understand the duties and responsibilities of marriage at the time of the ceremony. Undue Influence: Marriages driven by coercion, isolation, or dependency can be annulled even if the elder...
by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Jan 10, 2026 | Probate & Estate Administration
2026 California Small Estate Limits Asset TypeOld LimitNew 2026 LimitForm / MethodPersonal Property$184,500**$208,850**Affidavit for Collection of Personal PropertyReal Estate (Home)$184,500**$750,000**Petition to Determine Succession (Form DE-310)Waiting Period40...
by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Dec 13, 2025 | Probate & Estate Administration
Quick Summary: New 2026 California Probate Limits Rule/FormOld LimitNew 2026 LimitWhat It MeansPrimary Residence~$184,500$750,000Homes under this value may avoid full probate via Form DE-310.Personal Property$184,500~$208,850Cash/assets under this amount can be...
by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Jul 23, 2018 | Probate & Estate Administration
Probate in the United States has acquired a bad reputation because of the time associated with completing the process along with the potential problems that could arise. Many people only have to deal with probate once in their lives, adding to the stress since there...
by Marivel Zialcita - Attorney at Law | Jul 2, 2018 | Estate Planning & Living Trusts, Probate & Estate Administration
The primary reason most people invest in estate planning is to avoid probate. The process of probate is often time consuming, tedious, and involves court officials administering an estate. While usually, taking steps to prevent probate court from becoming involved in...
