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Receiving Court Orders & Legal Documents
7/20/2025
Certain documents represent the court’s official green light for actions taken during probate. The Order for Probate (Form DE-140) authorizes the executor to manage the estate. Without it, financial institutions may hesitate to release funds.
The Letters, Form DE-150, formally appoint the executor and grant legal authority to act on behalf of the estate. These give access to accounts and selling property. Executors must also review the Duties and Liabilities of Personal Representative (Form DE-147), outlining their responsibilities and obligations under California law. Ignoring these guidelines can result in personal liability.
With these legal tools, the executor can confidently move toward the final stages of probate. Next, examine what’s needed to close the estate and distribute assets.
San Diego Probate Attorneys
San Diego, CA 92101