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Probate Court

Probate court hears cases related to personal and financial affairs of adults and children.

Probate Court Overview

Probate court hears cases related to personal and financial affairs of adults and children, including:

  • The appointment of personal representatives including guardianships for children and conservatorships for incapacitated adults
  • The distribution and handling of estates of people who have died;
  • Petitions regarding trust administration;
  • Review and accounting of guardians and conservators;
  • Disputes about wills, trusts, and powers of attorney; and
  • Other matters that may arise under the Probate code.
Note:

Probate cases can be complicated. You may want to speak with an experienced probate lawyer. A lawyer can help you better understand the risks and responsibilities of your case.

Filing

Probate documents shall only be filed in the Clerk's Office at the Berkeley Courthouse. To be considered, all documents shall be filed no later than two court days prior to the hearing date.

Probate Court Services

  • Probate Rules & Forms

    Find local Probate Rules and Forms.

    View Rules and Forms

  • Probate Calendars

    Visit DomainWeb for access to Probate Calendars. Use the drop-down menu to navigate to the Berkeley Courthouse (or RCD courthouse for Dept. 1B) to review the current calendars.

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