ESTATE OF JAMES SULLIVAN
Petition for Probate of Lost Will
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CASE NUMBER: 26PB-0033392 This matter is on calendar for hearing on a Petition for Probate of Lost Will. The matter has been properly noticed with proof of service on file. No objections have been raised. Proof of proper publication has been filed. The Petitioner has established that the original will has been lost; therefore a photocopy of the will is admitted to probate. The will is self-proving, in that the required affidavit by a subscribing witness is contained in the will. No further proof of the will is required.
No objections have been raised. The paperwork appears to be in order. The Petition is GRANTED. A proposed Order was lodged with the Court and will be executed. No bond is required by the will, and letters shall issue. The matter is set for Monday, October 12, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. in Department 44 for Confirmation of Filing the Inventory and Appraisal. The matter is set for Monday, June 7, 2027, at 2:30 p.m. in Department 44 for Status of Administration. The Personal Representative is ORDERED to comply with Probate Code Section 12200 et seq.
No appearance is necessary on today’s calendar.
ESTATE OF JAMES THAYER
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