HOW TO LIVE & DIE WITH CALIFORNIA PROBATE is designed to be a layperson's guide to the California probate process. It was written by California probate attorney John Palley. Mr. Palley is a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law who has been an estate attorney since 1994. Mr. Palley has conducted approximately 1,000 probate cases during his career and puts this experience on paper to help the layperson or new attorney to navigate the California probate process. It is filled with tips and ideas to help keep the probate process to a minimum. Mr. Palley explains how a California probate can be completed in SEVEN months and gives concrete ways to make this happen. Additional information can be found on his website www.CaliforniaProbate.Info

A Nolo bestseller, How to Probate an Estate unravels how to settle a simple California estate without an attorney. It provides all the tear-out forms and instructions necessary to: -- read and understand a will -- determine who gets property if there is no will -- transfer securities -- collect life insurance and other death benefits -- change title of real estate, securities and other possessions into the names of the new owners...and much more.

Its the only sure thing in life and Harold I. Boucher's comprehensive book helps Californians prepare for it. An essential tool, California Living Trusts and Wills covers everything readers need to know before they see an estate-planning lawyer, including how, why and when to use one, and how to choose the best one for their needs. The best and easiest way to prepare for the inevitable, this book helps readers feel secure that their final directives will be followed. Straightforward, concise and clearly written for everyday people and professionals alike, it offers the most priceless commodity of all: peace of mind. Vital information includes: -- Overview of living trusts and wills -- Fill-in-the-blanks California Statutory Will -- Durable powers of attorney -- California Medical Association's Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care Decisions -- Explanation of your right to make decisions about medical treatment -- California Natural Death Act Declarations -- Estate-planning questionnaire -- How to choose an estate-planning attorney