Articles Posted in Probate

On March 20, 2018, Judges of the Probate Court for Los Angeles County discussed the current state of the Probate Court and addressed issues and concerns affecting the Court, the courtroom transitions, modernizing the system to benefit litigants, and  other questions submitted by Beverly Hills Bar Association Member from the Trust and Estates Section members. Judges from the Los Angeles Superior Court (Probate Division) expected in attendance were: Hon. Elizabeth Lippitt, Hon. Mary Thornton House, Hon. Barbara Johnson, Hon. David J. Cowan (presiding Judge), Hon. Clifford L. Klein , and Hon. Lesley C. Green (retired).

Overall a very informative presentation in an informal lunch format that was attended by firm partner and trust litigator, Yasha Bronshteyn, at Lawry’s of Beverly Hills.

Judicial Assignment for Los Angeles County Probate Judges as of April 2018:

At Ginzburg & Bronshteyn, LLP we are dedicated to providing unique, precious, effective, and affordable solutions to clients involved in conservatorship cases, trust litigation, trust and estate disputes, as well as other types of family law issues.  To discuss your needs and discover your options, consult the Los Angeles incapacity and estate planning attorneys at Ginzburg & Bronshteyn, LLP.  We serve clients in Orange County, Los Angeles, Ventura County, and throughout Southern and Northern California including Agoura Hills, Anaheim, Beverly Hills, Calabasas, Camarillo, Costa Mesa, Encino, Fullerton, Hidden Hills, Laguna, Lake Forest Irvine, Lake Sherwood, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Oxnard, Pasadena, San Francisco,  Santa Monica, Simi Valley, Tarzana, Thousand Oaks, Torrance, Ventura, West Los Angeles, and Woodland Hills. Our attorneys are renowned for producing high quality work and working diligently to achieve our client’s goals.  We have developed a reputation for effective representation in complex and sophisticated matters as we guide you through the complex legal process.   We are experienced in obtaining and defending against conservatorships. Contact us by calling (310) 914-3222 in Los Angeles, or (818) 787-1011 in Westlake Village, or by using our online contact form.

Ginzburg & Bronhteyn, LLP, Trust Litigator and firm partner, Yasha Bronshteyn, attended the Probate Lawyers Event presented by ADR Services on October 27, 2015, where Judge Daniel S. Murphy, most recently sitting in Department 29 of the Los Angeles Superior Court Probate Department and now in Department 97 of the Los Angeles Superior Court will discuss “Confessions of a Recovering Former Probate Judge”.   Judge James A. Steele who retired from the Los Angeles Probate Court last year also attended.  Judge Daniel S. Murphy, known to his judicial colleagues as “The Professor”, was the inaugural Probate Lawyers’ Breakfast Club guest speaker. Judge Murphy recounted some of his more interesting moments on the Probate Bench and offered valuable insights into the thought process of a probate judge in both calendar and trial matters.

Once again Conservatorships, while intended to exist for the benefit of the protected person, can sometimes become complicated and contentious. If you find yourself in a conservatorship that has become legally combative, consult the conservatorship attorneys at Ginzburg & Bronshteyn. If you are involved in a conflict concerning a will, trust or estate, our experienced Los Angeles conservatorship attorneys are here to help clients in Newport Beach, Santa Monica, Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, Orange County and throughout Southern California defend their rights under the law. The baby boomer population is ageing while having acquired significant wealth – ff the core of a dispute is the validity of a will, codicil, trust or trust amendment please contact our skilled attorneys for personalized legal services and aggressive representation.  You may contact Ginzburg & Bronshteyn, LLP online or call us at (310) 914-3222, (714) 280-0601,  or (818) 787-1011 or by using our online contact form.

Fortunately we will see two more probate courtrooms at the Los Angeles Superior Court.  The additional two courts will give us a total of six at the Central Courthouse.

The six courts will be allocated as follows:

Dept. 5 (2nd floor): Judge Stratton

Hearing dates for probate matters at the San Francisco Superior Court located at  400 McAllister St., Department 204, San Francisco, CA 94102-4514 are assigned by the filing clerk at the time the petition is filed. The typical schedule for hearings is as set forth:

Appearance Hearings for Probate Matters other than Appointment of Guardians and Conservators, and Motions: 9 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday in Department 204.

Petitions for Appointment of Guardian: 1 p.m. on Tuesday in – Department 204.

On February 25, 2014, firm partner and probate practitioner, Yasha Bronshteyn attended the Judges’ Panel presented by the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles. Speakers included Hon. Amy Hogue, Hon. Michael Johnson, Hon. Mary Ann Murphy, Hon. Dan Oki, and Hon. Frederick Shaller. The program provided a panel discussion of judges about the most common evidentiary mistakes made by trial attorneys and how to avoid them.

Key issues discussed included; Proper use of motions in limine to exclude evidence;

Use of evidence in opening statements; Philosophy and game plan for objections at trial;

Effective Jan. 1, 2014, pursuant to Government Code section 68086, the Court will collect a $30 fee for the services of an official court reporter, for each proceeding lasting one hour or less.

The Family Law and Probate divisions will collect the $30 court reporter fee at the time any document is filed that requires the Court to schedule a proceeding. The fee is due in addition to any other fee required and is the responsibility of the party or parties requesting that the proceeding be scheduled.

At Ginzburg & Bronshteyn, LLP we are dedicated to providing efficient, effective, and affordable solutions to clients involved in conservatorship cases, trust and estate disputes, as well as other types of family law issues. We are here to help you and your loved ones. To discuss your needs and discover your options, consult the Los Angeles incapacity and estate planning attorneys at Ginzburg & Bronshteyn, LLP. We serve clients in Los Angeles, Orange County, Ventura County, and throughout Southern and Northern California including Agoura Hills, Beverly Hills, Calabasas, Camarillo, Encino, Hidden Hills, Irvine, Lake Sherwood, Oxnard, Pasadena, Santa Monica, Simi Valley, Tarzana, Thousand Oaks, Torrance, West Los Angeles, and Woodland Hills. Our attorneys are renowned for producing high quality work and working diligently to achieve our client’s goals. We have developed a reputation for effective representation in complex and sophisticated matters as we guide you through the complex legal process. We are experienced in obtaining and defending against conservatorships. Contact us by calling (310) 914-3222 in Los Angeles, or (818) 787-1011 in Westlake Village, or by using our online contact form.