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Probate Calculator

In California, the probate code sets a statutory fee for attorney’s and personal representatives (executor) for the administration of a decedent’s estate. Additionally, the attorney and personal representative may request and be permitted by the court to receive an amount above this standard fee if extraordinary services are performed.

Use the calculator below to estimate California statutory probate attorney fees and executor commissions for estates over $150,000 and under $25,000,000.

*Enter an amount over $150,000 and under $25,000,000

Total Fees

Attorney’s Fee $0
Executor’s Commission $0
Total Fees $0

How the Fees Are Calculated

Calculation Value Amt Fee
4% of the first $100,000 $0 $0
3% of the next $100,000 $0 $0
2% of the next $800,000 $0 $0
1% of the next $9,000,000 $0 $0
0.5% of the next $15,000,000 $0 $0

For estates larger than $25,000,000, the court determines a reasonable fee for the amount above $25,000,000. This estimate excludes extraordinary-service fees, court costs, filing fees, appraisals, and other probate expenses.

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