Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

Is it possible to fill out paperwork to be 'Executor of an Estate' on ones own? A family member has passed away suddenly and he was financing a vehicle under his name. He has no other estate (i.e. house or anything else of value) and no credit card or other debts. The family would like to transfer the name on the car and continue making payments on it. How can they go about doing this? Are there free or low-cost service who can help? They are from a low-income family. Thank you.


Asked on 9/18/09, 2:15 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
George Shers Law Offices of Georges H. Shers

It is unclear if he left a Will or not. The estate is small enough that it does not have to go through probate. The heir could then contact the lender and see if he/she can take over the payments and have the car re-registered in their name.

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Answered on 9/18/09, 9:29 pm


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