Legal Question in Administrative Law in California

Re: upon death wishes

First, I'm unsure what you mean by "2000 life policy." At first, I thought you were trying to say that in 2000 your friend made you his beneficiary on a life-insurance policy. However, you go on to say "to be a friend and in case of need take care of his interest." That sounds more like a durable power of attorney. Which is it - or do you mean something entirely different?

If it's an insurance policy, contact the insurance company to file a claim as a beneficiary.

If, on the other hand, you're referring to a power of attorney of any kind, it would have become void upon the principal's death in November. A power of attorney is not a will substitute.

You might try to obtain a copy of the death certificate from the county and contact the clerk of the probate department of the court to see whether any probate proceedings have begun.