Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

If there is a will, it should have been filed with the court within 30 days of death of the person who has posession of the will. If the estate is in excess of $100,000.00, the will must go through probate to change ownership of property. If she opened probate, she would have been required to give you notice. If there is no probate, you can start probate yourself without a will, which would give you rights based on California law.

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Please have an attorney consult with her attorney. What would you estimate the value of the property she owned at the time of her death- that would be the equity in any real estate and personal property? Contact me directly.