Xochitl Ureña
Xochitl Ureña
California Divorce Attorney
Experience
- Subsequently, after working for two small law firms, she opened her own practice in 2007.
- Xochitl was also a volunteer mediator at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse for family law judges.
- She volunteered for Legal Aid once a week, helping pro pers.
Education
- She attended UCI and obtained her B.A. in psychology and criminology.
- Xochitl Quezada obtained her law degree from New York Law School.
Areas of Expertise
- She gained extensive trial experience in cases ranging from civil, family and trust litigation to real estate disputes.
The probate process in California can vary in length, but it usually takes between 9 to 18 months to complete. Factors that may affect the timeline include the complexity of the estate, any disputes or litigation, and the efficiency of the probate court.
The executor's responsibilities include gathering and inventorying assets, notifying creditors and beneficiaries, paying valid debts, filing tax returns, and distributing the remaining assets according to the decedent's will or California's intestate succession laws.
No, not all estates require probate. California has simplified procedures for small estates valued at $166,250 or less, where a court probate process may not be necessary. Additionally, assets held in trusts, joint tenancies, or with designated beneficiaries may not require probate.
As an experienced probate attorney, Xochitl Quezada can provide guidance and legal representation throughout the probate process. She can help you understand your rights and responsibilities, prepare and file necessary documents, and navigate any disputes or challenges that may arise.
