Meaningful resolution of a dispute in Probate Court in Los Angeles can take many turns and twists, but there are essentially several ways to resolve probate estate cases in Los Angeles County. Here is a list of types of ways that the probate court assists litigants in settling cases:
- The probate court may guide the litigants to engage in the mediation process put forth by the Settlement Officer Program (of the San Fernando Valley Bar Association).
- The court may ask the parties if they are willing and able to attend a private mediation with a retired judge or another mediator.
- The probate court may set a mandatory settlement conference (called an MSC).
Call our probate dispute attorney in Los Angeles to discuss the settlement procedures in the probate court at 818.340.4479