Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

Re: When will I get paid?

Have you reviewed the court file to see what's happened, or talked with the administrator's attorney? You can also get from your attorney the remaining steps and estimated time for closing the estate.

If there were problems with the way the administrator handled things, they can be addressed at the time of the final petition/distribution/fees hearing--you can prepare objections to the accounting if the administrator's actions cost the estate money they shouldn't have.

Re: When will I get paid?

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You need to get an attorney who will listen to you and as was already brought out, petition for special notice. Show up at the hearings and let the judge know you have a complaint, but make sure you put it in writing and file it with the court, it is best to have an attorney for this process.

Re: When will I get paid?

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Re: When will I get paid?

File a demand for special notice with the court.

You can find the form at the following link:

http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/forms/

They must notify you of any actions they take, and give you the right to respond. The judge has to review the final distribution.