Simi Valley Estate & Probate Administration Attorney
Guiding Simi Valley Families Through California Probate With Compassion & Experience
David R. Schneider, APC - Probate Attorney
When a loved one passes away, the responsibility of managing their estate can feel overwhelming — especially with California’s complex probate requirements. Families in Simi Valley regularly encounter challenges related to high-value property, strict probate timelines, and detailed court procedures.
At the Law Offices of David R. Schneider, APC, we help Simi Valley residents navigate probate with clarity, efficiency, and respect. With more than 27 years of probate experience and strong ties throughout Ventura County and eastern Conejo Valley, our firm ensures that your loved one’s estate is handled properly and without unnecessary delays.
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Why Simi Valley Families Choose Us for Probate Support
- Extensive Experience in Ventura County Probate: Most Simi Valley probate matters are processed through the Ventura County Superior Court – Probate Division. Our familiarity with its procedures, expectations, and workflow helps ensure a smoother, more predictable probate process.
- Compassionate, Personalized Guidance: Probate can be confusing and emotionally difficult. We explain each step, manage all required documents, and work to reduce your burden during a stressful time.
- Decades of Probate Experience: We represent Executors and Administrators across California, ensuring full compliance with the Probate Code — which contains hundreds of technical rules and deadlines that Personal Representatives must follow.
- Protection From Liability: Executors and Administrators can be held personally liable for errors in estate management. We safeguard you by ensuring every legal requirement is completed correctly and on time.
Our Probate Services for Simi Valley Residents
Complete Representation From Start to Finish
- Court Filings & Probate Petitions
We prepare and file all necessary documents, ensuring compliance with Ventura County’s probate procedures and timelines.
- Asset Identification & Valuation
We assist with locating, securing, and valuing real estate, bank accounts, investments, business assets, and personal property.
- Creditor Claims, Debts & Taxes
We notify all required parties, resolve claims, and make sure estate debts and taxes are handled appropriately.
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Mandatory Court Accountings
California probate requires strict record-keeping and court-approved accountings. We prepare all reports accurately and efficiently.
- Final Distribution to Beneficiaries
Once the court approves the estate’s closing, we assist with the proper distribution of assets according to the Will or state law.
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Ready to secure your legacy and protect your loved ones? Contact the Law Offices of David R. Schneider, APC today to schedule a free consultation and begin your personalized estate planning journey.
Directions to DRS Law Office from Simi Valley
Begin by finding your way to CA-23 South from your location in Simi Valley. You will remain on CA-23 South for a significant portion of your journey, passing through the hills that separate the two valleys. As you descend into Thousand Oaks, you will need to look for the exit designated for Hillcrest Drive.
After taking the exit, make a right turn onto East Hillcrest Drive to head in an easterly direction. Continue along East Hillcrest Drive for a short distance; the destination, 325 E. Hillcrest Drive, will be located on your right-hand side.
The Law Offices can be found in Suite 195 within that building.