Q: I need help drafting and filing an objection to a Petition for Probate Letters of Administration.

A: To object to a Petition for Probate Letters of Administration in California when there is a valid will and no assets to probate, you should follow these steps:

1. Draft an objection: Write a document titled "Objection to Petition for Probate Letters of Administration." In this document, state your reasons for objecting, which in this case are:

a. There is a valid will on file with the county.

b. There are no assets to probate.

2. Provide evidence: Include a copy of the valid will and any other relevant documents supporting your claim that there are no assets to probate.

3. File the objection: File the objection with the probate court where the Petition for Probate Letters of Administration was filed. You may need to pay a filing fee.

4. Serve the objection: Serve a copy of your objection on the person who filed the Petition for Probate Letters of Administration and all interested parties, such as beneficiaries named in the will.

Here's a sample template for your objection:

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SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA

COUNTY OF [COUNTY NAME]

In re the Estate of: Case No.: [CASE NUMBER]

[DECEDENT'S NAME],

Deceased.

OBJECTION TO PETITION FOR PROBATE LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

I, [YOUR NAME], hereby object to the Petition for Probate Letters of Administration filed by [PETITIONER'S NAME] for the following reasons:

1. There is a valid will on file with the County of [COUNTY NAME], executed by [DECEDENT'S NAME] on [DATE OF WILL EXECUTION]. A copy of the will is attached as Exhibit A.

2. There are no assets subject to probate in the estate of [DECEDENT'S NAME].

Based on the aforementioned reasons, I respectfully request that the court deny the Petition for Probate Letters of Administration.

Date: [DATE]

_____________________

[YOUR NAME]

[YOUR ADDRESS]

[YOUR PHONE NUMBER]

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Remember to attach a copy of the will as Exhibit A. After filing the objection, attend the hearing on the Petition for Probate Letters of Administration to present your case. If the court agrees with your objection, the petition will be denied.

Please note that this is a general template, and you may need to modify it based on your specific circumstances and local court rules. It is always advisable to consult with a probate attorney for legal advice tailored to your situation.