Probate bonds play a critical role in California probate cases, yet many practitioners still find the process confusing.
In this episode of Probate Notes, Sam sits down with attorney and surety-bond specialist Paul Shakarian to clarify how bonds work, how applicants get approved, and the factors that influence underwriting.
Paul shares his transition from practicing law to running a bond agency, along with practical guidance on premiums, renewals, bond riders, and exoneration. His insights help attorneys, fiduciaries, and administrators avoid common bonding pitfalls that stall probate cases.
Sam and Paul take listeners through the lifecycle of a probate bond, from application to exoneration, so every professional involved in probate can move through the process with greater confidence.
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Resources from this Episode
The 6-Stage Probate Process: How to Navigate California Probate: https://a.co/d/82310Rw
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