Bakersfield

Botti & Morison Estate Planning Attorneys, Ltd.
Bakersfield Office

Address
4900 California Ave,
Tower B, 2nd Floor
Bakersfield, CA 93309

Phone
Direct: 661.326.1255
Toll-Free: 877.585.1885

Hours
Monday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm


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Agricultural powerhouse and home to the renowned “Bakersfield Sound,” the city of Bakersfield rests near the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley and Central Valley region. It’s currently the ninth most populated city in California as the U.S. Census recorded the population at 403,455 in 2020. While the vast majority of Bakersfield residents are under the age of 65, that doesn’t mean it’s too early to begin estate planning. Every person, no matter their age or background, should establish an estate plan early on and modify it throughout their lifetime if any major events occur.

Estate planning is essential to every individual so they can rest assured their final wishes are heard near or at the end of their life. Without proper planning, the individual’s family may face extensive financial losses due to extraordinary probate fees. Learn more about estate planning, trusts, wills, probate, and elder law by contacting the legal team at Botti & Morison Estate Planning Attorneys, Ltd..

Bakersfield Estate Planning Lawyers | Kern County, CA

Are you looking for professional assistance with your estate plan? Then look no further than the legal team at Botti & Morison Estate Planning Attorneys, Ltd.. Chris E. Botti and Paul A. Morison have over 90 years of combined experience with estate planning, administration of probate/trusts, litigation of probate/trust disputes, elder law, long-term care, and all other aspects of estates and probate law. They can aid you throughout every step of the process and ensure all your legal questions are answered as soon as possible. Don’t wait another moment to plan for your family’s future and generational wealth by calling the Bakersfield probate lawyers at Botti & Morison Estate Planning Attorneys, Ltd..

Call Botti & Morison Estate Planning Attorneys, Ltd. at (877) 585-1885 or simply submit an online contact form to set up your first consultation. Botti & Morison Estate Planning Attorneys, Ltd. has an office in Bakersfield and accepts clients throughout the state of California including Kern County cities such as Delano, Ridgecrest, Tehachapi, Taft, California City, Shafter, Kernville, Wasco, and Rosamond.

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Estates and Probate in Bakersfield, CA

Many are under the false pretense that estate planning, trusts, and other probate-related matters are only for the wealthy and uber rich. Despite this mindset being popular, it’s actually incorrect. Every single person, no matter their age or background, should have an estate plan customized to fit their family dynamics and financial situation. What’s incorporated in this estate plan will depend on the individual’s finances, assets, and their final wishes.

Estate planning is more than just drafting a last will and testament. Depending on the person, an estate plan may include an irrevocable or revocable trust, powers of attorney, advance health care directives, grant deeds to transfer property, and other important documentation. In addition, many people incorporate long-term care into their estate plans to ensure their family does not become financially destitute by the extraordinary costs of nursing homes.

Once a loved one has passed, the executor/administrator/trustee of the estate may need assistance with administration duties. These responsibilities can be time-consuming, complex, and require knowledge in multiple fields. That is why virtually all estate planning professionals would recommend seeking out legal representation with trust or probate administration. Plus, if a dispute arises, then an attorney already familiar with the situation can litigate the situation further in court.

The attorneys at Botti & Morison Estate Planning Attorneys, Ltd. offer a wide variety of estate planning, trust, probate, and elder law services. Some of these include, but are not limited to:


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Bakersfield Estate Planning and Probate Resources

Kern County Court | Probate Division – Visit the official website for the Kern County Court to learn more about their probate division. Access the site to read the rules surrounding attending probate hearings during COVID-19, how to search up a past probate case with their navigational tools, how to search for tentative rulings/comments, and other self-help resources.

Local Rules of Probate Court | Kern County – Visit the official website for Kern County to learn more about the local rules of the court. Access the site to research more about the procedural rules for probate including telephonic appearances, appearance requirements, the various types of court orders related to probate, and how a personal representative is appointed.

Probate FAQ | Kern County Court – The Kern County Court website provides answers to frequently asked questions regarding probate, estates, wills, and trust. Access the site to learn where you can file a probate case, forms you may need, where to check for case updates, and what is required when attending a court appearance.

Kern County Aging and Adult Services – Visit the official website for Kern County’s Aging and Adult Services, which is committed to providing community-based services to ensure seniors are safe and their dignity is preserved. Access the site to research into their various programs.

Attending Probate Hearings During COVID-19 – Visit the official website for Kern County to read a quick infogram that details how to attend a probate hearing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Access the site to learn more about remote hearings, social distancing standards you must follow if you do end up going to court, and where to find more information about COVID-19 and how it’s affected court procedures.


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Estate Planning and Probate Resources in CA

Probate Laws and Procedures | California Statutes– Visit the official website for California’s Legislative Information to read their rules regarding probate, estates, and trust law. Access the site to learn more about the court-supervised process known as probate, intestate vs testate succession, how to dispute or challenge a will, and other important information.

Estates That Require Probate – Visit the official website for California Courts to learn more about estates that may require formal probate. Access the site to learn what steps are required if a case belongs in probate court, forms you may need, and the liabilities surrounding it.

Medi-Cal Providers – Visit the official website for California’s Medi-Cal program, which provides long-term care benefits to seniors who qualify based on their asset and income limit. Access the site to find answers on Medi-Cal benefits, how to qualify for benefits, how to apply for the program, issues with exempt and non-exempt property, among other important information.

The Trusts and Estates Podcast – Visit the official website for the Executive Committee of Trusts and Estates Section of the California Lawyers Association (TEXCOM) to learn more about their free and informative podcast called Trust Me! View past episodes on various estate planning topics including probate, inheritance fraud, and what happens if you die without a will.


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Bakersfield Probate Lawyer, CA | Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning

If you’re seeking advice from an estate planning and probate law attorney, look no further than Botti & Morison Estate Planning Attorneys, Ltd.. With over 90 years of combined estate planning experience, our attorneys have the skills, resources, and knowledge needed to assist you in any estate, trust, and/or probate issue. Call today at (877) 585-1885 or submit an online contact form to set up your first consultation.

Botti & Morison Estate Planning Attorneys, Ltd. has an office in Bakersfield, but also has locations in Ventura, Valencia, Westlake Village, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara.


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