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Probate Attorney in Orange California

Navigate probate with confidence. We help Orange families settle their loved one’s estate with clarity, compassion, and attorney led support.

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Introduction

Losing a loved one is emotionally challenging, and facing California’s probate process can add significant stress. Probate often involves strict court deadlines, detailed paperwork, and legal requirements that can overwhelm families during an already difficult time. In the City of Orange, where many homes carry substantial value and estates often include multiple assets, probate can quickly become complex without proper guidance.

 

At Pevney Estate Planning, we help Orange families navigate each step of probate with steady support and clear communication. From filing court documents and preparing notices to managing hearings and ensuring proper distribution of assets, we handle the legal responsibilities while you focus on your family. Our goal is to minimize delays, reduce confusion, and protect your loved one’s legacy with professionalism and care.

Why Probate Is Important in California

Probate is the legal process of settling a loved one’s estate after they pass away. In California, it often involves validating a will, paying debts and taxes, and distributing assets to heirs. Without proper guidance, families may face delays, high costs, and unnecessary stress.

Is Probate Required for Your Loved One’s Estate?

Probate isn’t always required but certain situations make it unavoidable. We help you determine what steps are necessary and how to move forward.

Probate Attorney in Orange County

Assets exceed California’s small estate threshold

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There is no living trust in place

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Multiple heirs or family disputes exist

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The estate includes real estate in California

How Our Probate Process Works

We guide families through probate with a proven process that simplifies each step, reduces confusion, and keeps everything organized.

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Free Consultation

Understand your unique situation and next steps.

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Case Review & Filing

Prepare and file documents with Orange County Probate Court.

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Asset & Debt Management

Identify assets, settle debts, and communicate with creditors.

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Court Appearances

Represent you in required hearings with professionalism.

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Final Distribution

Transfer property and assets to rightful heirs.

Curious About Probate Costs in California?

Use our Probate Fees Calculator to estimate court-regulated fees based on your loved one’s estate value.

Why Orange Families Choose Us

Local Expertise. Compassionate Support. Clear Legal Guidance.

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Local access

We understand Orange neighborhoods, property values, and local probate court requirements.

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Clear Communication

We keep the process easy to understand with simple, stress reducing explanations.

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Attorney-Led Support

You work directly with an experienced probate attorney who guides every step.

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Flexible Meetings

Meet in office, by video, or by phone at your convenience.

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Trusted by Families Across Orange County

With over 18 years of legal experience in Orange County, Michael Pevney dedicates his practice exclusively to estate planning. Families in Laguna Hills, Mission Viejo, Irvine, and throughout Orange County rely on his guidance for living trusts, probate, and personalized legacy planning, built on proven results and trust.

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Probate Considerations Unique to Orange California

Orange is known for its long established neighborhoods, historic homes, and high value real estate, especially in Old Towne Orange, Orange Park Acres, Villa Park border areas, and Santiago Hills. These properties often exceed California’s probate threshold, meaning many families must navigate formal probate unless a living trust is in place.

Many Orange residents also hold retirement accounts, investment portfolios, and stock compensation plans that require precise handling during probate. Blended families, multigenerational living arrangements, and inherited family properties are also common in the area and can complicate estate administration when multiple heirs are involved. We help Orange families manage these challenges with clear organization and reliable legal support.

Serving Orange and Neighboring Central Orange County Communities

We proudly support families throughout Orange, including Old Towne, Orange Park Acres, Santiago Hills, Olive, Mabury Ranch, and the neighborhoods near Chapman University. We also serve nearby communities such as Anaheim, Villa Park, Tustin, Santa Ana, Garden Grove, and North Tustin.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Probate Questions for Orange Families

Do I need an attorney to handle probate in Orange?

Probate is complex and court regulated. An attorney helps avoid mistakes, delays, and unnecessary costs.

Most probate cases take nine to eighteen months depending on the size of the estate and court scheduling.

California probate fees are set by statute and based on the gross value of the estate.

Not all, but most estates without a properly funded living trust will require probate.

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25201 Paseo De Alicia Suite 140, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

Call (949) 377-2996

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With over 18 years of legal experience in Orange County, Michael Pevney focuses on estate planning to help families protect assets, avoid probate, and secure their legacy with confidence.