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In the case that a will exists and has designated an executor, it is incumbent upon this person to apply for Letters Testamentary. Conversely, should there be an absence of a will, or in the event that the chosen executor cannot fulfill their duties, court intervention becomes necessary.
How do I get a letter of testamentary in California? Obtain the deceased persons will and death certificate. Submit a Petition for Probate in the Superior Court in the county where the decedent live by filing Form DE-111, a copy of the will, and your personal identification.
In summary, the primary difference between Letters of Administration and Letters Testamentary in California lies in whether there is a valid will. Letters of Administration are issued when there is no will, and an administrator is appointed to handle the estate ing to intestacy laws.
As part of the probate process, letters testamentary are issued by your states probate court. To obtain the document, you need a copy of the will and the death certificate, which are then filed with the probate court along with whatever letters testamentary forms the court requires as part of your application.
Typically, the process of obtaining letters testamentary can take several weeks to several months, depending on the circumstances. The executor or personal representative must file a petition with the probate court, which will schedule a hearing to appoint the executor and issue the legal document.
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