California probate estimate
What could probate cost your family?
Use this simple estimate to understand the statutory fees a California estate may face. Galileo prepares living trust documents from your specific instructions.
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The estimate uses California’s statutory schedule for ordinary attorney and executor services. It is for planning context, not a quote or legal advice.
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Estimated statutory fees
Illustrative reference amount
$46,000
This figure is an illustrative calculation from California’s statutory schedule, not a quote or legal advice.
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This estimate is illustrative only and is not legal advice. Actual fees vary by county, court, and case. Attorney and executor fees are paid from the estate. The schedule shown is based on California Probate Code § 10810 for ordinary services: 4% of the first $100,000, 3% of the next $100,000, 2% of the next $800,000, 1% of the next $9,000,000, and 0.5% of the next $15,000,000. Amounts over $25 million are set by the court.
California’s small-estate threshold is about $184,500; estates below that amount may not require formal probate. Some assets may transfer under other arrangements, such as assets passing to a spouse or through beneficiary designations. Ask a licensed California attorney about your circumstances.