Probate Services in Los Angeles, California | Flat Fees from $2,495
Attorney-prepared court papers for Los Angeles probate cases, for a flat fee by estate value: $3,995 up to $1,000,000, $5,995 to $2,000,000, $7,995 above. All court papers prepared for you to sign and file. Optional attorney appearance at a hearing ($500 per hearing, limited scope representation). On a $1,100,000 estate like the example below, the statutory attorney fee is $24,000. Our flat fee is $5,995.
Where Los Angeles Probate Cases Are Filed
Stanley Mosk Courthouse
111 N. Hill Street, Los Angeles 90012
Los Angeles County Superior Court - Central District
~$435-500
8-12 weeks
5-10 days before hearing
We check the Stanley Mosk Courthouse examiner notes and prepare Verified Supplements that answer them, for you to sign and file before your hearing.
Los Angeles Probate Timeline & Statistics
14-18 months
Highest volume in California
Central District examiners handle 200+ cases each: detailed filings reduce delays
Stanley Mosk has specific formatting requirements that differ from other LA courthouses
Publication Requirements for Los Angeles County
Newspapers: Los Angeles Daily Journal, Metropolitan News-Enterprise, or other adjudicated newspapers
Duration: Three publications, the first at least 15 days before the hearing (Probate Code 8121(a))
You place the notice with the newspaper yourself. Your client home tells you which newspaper to use and gives you the exact notice text and what to ask for, including whether the newspaper files the proof of publication with the court. Costs typically $200-350, paid to the newspaper.
Probate Thresholds & Los Angeles Real Estate
With Los Angeles's median home price of $950,000, most estates will exceed California's simplified probate threshold.
California Probate Thresholds (2025)
- Simplified Probate: Primary residence under $750,000 + personal property under $208,850
- Full Probate: All other estates
Los Angeles Estate Example
| Los Angeles Home | $950,000 |
| Bank Accounts | $50,000 |
| Investments | $100,000 |
| Total Estate | $1,100,000 |
Fee Comparison: Traditional vs MyProbateCA
| Fee Type | Traditional Attorney | MyProbateCA |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney Fee | $24,000 | $5,995 |
| Total Attorney Cost | $24,000 | $5,995 |
Statutory Attorney Fee
$24,000
(Probate Code 10810, on $1,100,000)
Our Flat Fee
$5,995
Full probate, estate $1,000,000 to $2,000,000
Difference
$18,005
75% less than the statutory attorney fee
Los Angeles Probate Expertise
Los Angeles probate cases present diverse challenges across the city's many neighborhoods, from Hollywood Hills estates to South LA family homes. As California's largest city, LA estates frequently involve entertainment industry assets, intellectual property rights, and complex real estate holdings across multiple properties. The Stanley Mosk Courthouse handles thousands of probate cases annually, making experienced legal guidance essential for efficient case management. Our firm navigates the unique requirements of LA County probate, from dealing with celebrity estates to managing multi-property portfolios, ensuring families receive personalized attention despite the court's high volume.
Our Los Angeles service includes:
- Attorney-prepared court papers for you to sign and file as the petitioner
- Inventory papers for the Los Angeles County probate referee, who values the property
- Which Los Angeles County newspaper to use and the exact notice text; you place it
- We check the Stanley Mosk Courthouse probate notes and prepare the answers before your hearing
- Optional remote court appearance ($500 per hearing, limited scope)
- Dashboard tracking until case closes
Common Estate Types in Los Angeles
Los Angeles estates span incredible diversity, from Hollywood Hills mansions with entertainment industry assets to modest East LA family homes with decades of equity. Estates here often involve entertainment residuals, SAG-AFTRA pensions, and intellectual property rights from film and television work. Real estate portfolios across multiple LA neighborhoods are common, often mixing personal residences with rental properties in areas like Silver Lake, Echo Park, and West Adams. Business interests range from restaurant ventures to production companies, each requiring specialized valuation approaches.
Also Serving Santa Monica, Glendale, Long Beach
We prepare probate court papers for families throughout Los Angeles County, including:
All Los Angeles County cases are filed at the same courthouse, so the same filing steps apply across the region.
Los Angeles Probate FAQ
Helpful Probate Resources for Los Angeles Executors
How to Clear Probate Notes at Stanley Mosk
Essential guide for Los Angeles executors filing at the LA courthouse.
Probate Fees Explained
How the statutory attorney fee is figured under Probate Code 10810, compared with our flat fee by estate value.
Letters Testamentary: Your Legal Authority
How to use Letters from Stanley Mosk Courthouse to access bank accounts and transfer property.
Probate Referee: Asset Appraisal Process
What to expect when the Los Angeles County probate referee values estate assets.
Probate Bond Requirements
When Los Angeles County requires a bond and when it can be waived.
California Probate FAQ
50+ common questions about probate answered by Attorney Rozsa Gyene.
Start Your Los Angeles Probate Case
Complete the free intake questionnaire in about 30 minutes. We'll recommend simplified probate ($2,495) or full administration ($3,995, $5,995 or $7,995 by estate value) based on your estate.
Rozsa Gyene, Esq.
3500 W. Olive Ave., Suite 300, Burbank, CA 91505
- California State Bar #208356
- 26+ Years Experience
- 500+ Cases