The California Probate Paralegal

The California Probate Paralegal
Author: Dianna L. Noyes
Publisher: Ingram
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Executors and administrators
ISBN: 9781611634525

The California Probate Paralegal, Second Edition, is a comprehensive textbook for students and practicing paralegals in California. It covers the nuts and bolts of probate, estate planning and administration using a balanced approach of theory and application. The textbook includes the history of probate and estate planning, as well as the most current, up-to-date information about estate planning and administration. This textbook provides state specific statutes, rules, and procedures and step-by-step guidance in preparing California Judicial Council forms and pleadings. Forms and practical examples are used throughout the book as they apply to typical probate and estate issues a paralegal will face in the law firm. The book is written for all levels - students as well as practicing paralegals. Readers will enjoy this topical and easy to follow textbook and will refer to it again and again as a valuable desk reference in their daily work as a probate/estate planning paralegal. PowerPoint slides are available upon adoption. Sample slides from the full 30-slide presentation are available to view here. Email [email protected] for more information.

How to Probate an Estate in California

How to Probate an Estate in California
Author: Julia Nissley
Publisher: NOLO
Total Pages: 446
Release: 2008-03
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781413307603

Written by probate paralegal Julia Nissley, this indispensable guide unravels how to settle a simple California estate without an attorney. How to Probate an Estate in California provides all the tear-out forms and instructions one needs to: read and understand a will, determine who gets property if there is no will, transfer property to a surviving spouse, collect life insurance and other benefits, change title of real estate, securities and other possessions into the names of the new owners and much more. The completely updated 19th edition provides the latest laws, estate taxes and forms for the current year.

How to Probate an Estate in California. 17th Edition.

How to Probate an Estate in California. 17th Edition.
Author: Julia Nissley
Publisher:
Total Pages: 474
Release: 2006
Genre:
ISBN: 9786610474790

Please note that this edition is now out of print and has been replaced by the 18th edition, also available through MyiLibrary ... Written by probate paralegal Julia Nissley, this indispensable bestseller unravels how to settle a simple California estate without an attorney. How to Probate an Estate provides all the tear-out forms and instructions one needs to: o read and understand a will o determine who gets property if there is no willo transfer property to a surviving spouseo collect life insurance and other benefitso change title of real estate, securities and other possessions into the names of the new ownerso and much more

The California Family Law Paralegal

The California Family Law Paralegal
Author: Dianna L. Noyes
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Domestic relations
ISBN: 9781611635614

The Third Edition of The California Family Law Paralegal is today's method for students and entry level paralegals to learn the theory and practice of their profession within the specific framework of California's laws. Paralegal students and entry level paralegals will enjoy this topical course book and will refer to it again and again as a valuable desk reference in their daily work as a paralegal. This text provides in depth information about the use of Judicial Council forms and other specialized pleadings found in California. Practical exhibits and examples for students and all levels of paralegals are included, as well as sample tests, test questions, and research projects to round out their education. This edition includes the recent changes in California law that relate to the revised statutory definition of marriage, along with as much relevant information as is available at press time in this evolving area of family law. This comprehensive textbook for students and practicing paralegals in California covers the basic nuts and bolts of family law practice using a balanced approach of theory and application. These and other important Family Law subjects are covered in depth: Adoptions Child and Spousal Support Custody and Visitation Dissolutions, Legal Separations and Annulments (start to finish) Motions and Orders to Show Cause Enforcement of Family Law Orders Domestic Violence Paternity Pre-marital, post-marital and Cohabitation Agreements Domestic Partnerships "Key Terms" defined in each chapter Glossary of Terms Teaching materials include sample syllabus, discussion questions, sample tests and additional forms in pdf format. To request this, contact [email protected]. PowerPoint slides are available upon adoption. Sample slides from the full 86-slide presentation are available to view here. Email [email protected] for more information.

How to Probate an Estate in California

How to Probate an Estate in California
Author: Lisa Fialco
Publisher: Nolo
Total Pages: 433
Release: 2023-03-03
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1413330606

If you need to wrap up the affairs of a deceased family member or friend in California, you can save big on attorney fees by handling many aspects of the probate process yourself. How to Probate an Estate in California is the only book that provides forms, tips, and step-by-step instructions for settling a loved one's estate—all written in plain English. You might even be able to handle the whole process without hiring a lawyer or setting foot in the courthouse. With this easy-to-follow guide, you'll learn how to: read a will determine who inherits property if there is no will handle probate paperwork collect life insurance and other benefits transfer community property to a surviving spouse or domestic partner pay bills and taxes, and distribute property left through trusts. Even if you hire a lawyer to do some of the paperwork, this book demystifies the process so that you can make informed decisions and communicate intelligently with the attorney about the estate—and save money in the process. Why pay a lawyer tens of thousands of dollars to probate an estate when you can do much of it on your own? This new edition includes important updates on California’s small estate procedures, California Proposition 19, and federal estate taxes, as well as fresh insights from an experienced probate attorney practicing in California.

California Estate Administration

California Estate Administration
Author: Zella Mack
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Total Pages: 424
Release: 1997
Genre: Executors and administration
ISBN:

This book explains the probate field for paralegals and describes in detail the procedures involved in informal probate of an estate from start to finish including: accounting, closing an estate, and making sales of real property. The printed Judicial Council forms are included, as well as typewritten forms needed for alternative procedures. It also describes the preparation of federal estate tax return and the completion of the main schedules, practical tips, and gift taxes. It also covers intestate estates, preparation of wills, and estate planning in general terms. The book contains separate chapters on revocable and irrevocable trusts and trust administration.ALSO AVAILABLEINSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDERInstructors Manual, ISBN: 0-8273-7306-6

California Family Law for Paralegals

California Family Law for Paralegals
Author: Marshall W. Waller
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer
Total Pages: 702
Release: 2008-12-12
Genre: Law
ISBN: 0735570973

California Family Law for Paralegals is the only textbook for paralegals that focuses specifically on California family law. In its fifth edition, this straightforward textbook continues to provide California paralegal students with a practical framework for examining the full range of family law issues under California law. Among the characteristics that make this text the perfect choice for teaching California family law: A practical, straightforward approach designed to teach the basics to paralegal students. A focus on the California Family Code, integrating statutory law and judicial interpretation into a cohesive general discussion of family law and its various aspects. Examples of all the key Judicial Council forms used in the practice of family law in California Unlike other California-specific books, this book was written specifically as a teaching tool and offers a format that helps students learn, including Chapter Overviews and Summaries, Exercises, Key Terms, and a Glossary. Updated and completely current, The Fifth Edition includes: Revision of the text to reflect changes in the law, with new cases and statutes Completely updated forms Advice on how technology can make family law practice more effective Completely updated Instructor’s Manual A new, streamlined organization with shorter, more teachable chapters The only text of its kind, California Family Law for Paralegals offers comprehensive coverage—in a readily accessible format—of all the key topics and developments in this ever evolving area of the law.

The California Paralegal Workbook

The California Paralegal Workbook
Author: L. W. Greenberg
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 186
Release: 2017-07-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9781548537029

This is a great paralegal workbook that will teach California paralegals the essential skills that they need to be successful. This workbook contains fifteen chapters that cover paralegal skills & codes, a step by step process of how to write business letters, a chapter that explains the California and the federal court system, citing cases & statutes correctly using the different styles of citations, the use of the California Rules of Court, court holdings, jurisdiction & venue, legal resources including primary and secondary authorities, the IRAC method of case summarization, legal research and computerized research using the Lexis system, the use of ibid. & id., drafting the legal memorandum, a contracts chapter with actual contracts to explain their use, an explanation of discovery methods and a step by step process of drafting a complaint that includes the Rules of Court re: pleadings. There is a Glossary of Terms and an Appendix that includes a mythical client scenario, a complete deposition, a sample complaint, four examples of deposition summaries and a Judicial Council form for a Contract complaint. All chapters include educational exercises to give the paralegal actual experience drafting the documents discussed. A mythical client scenario provides the information to complete all of the educational exercises. This workbook is California specific and completion of the exercises will prepare paralegals for the many and varied jobs that paralegals perform in a law firm. An absolutely great teaching tool that every paralegal should work through!

How to Probate an Estate in California

How to Probate an Estate in California
Author: Julia P. Nissley
Publisher: NOLO
Total Pages: 448
Release: 2005
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1413301495

Written by probate specialist Julia Nissley, this indispensable bestseller unravels how to settle a simple California estate without an attorney. How to Probate an Estate provides all the tear-out forms and instructions one needs to: - read and understand a will - determine who gets property if there is no will - transfer property to a surviving spouse - collect life insurance and other benefits - change title of real estate, securities and other possessions into the names of the new owners - and much more How to Probate an Estate in California supplies all the instructions, explanations and support you need. You may even be able to handle the whole process by mail, without setting foot in the courthouse. Learn how to: - read a will - determine who inherits property if there is no will - handle probate paperwork - collect life insurance and other benefits - pay bills and taxes - distribute property left through trusts