In California, the Probate Code sets a statutory (mandatory) fee for attorney’s and executor's commission when someone dies and their estate is administered through the probate court system. 

 

To use this calculator, estimate the total value of your estate. Include:

• Gross value of any real estate you own

  • ​Don't include any mortgage amounts​

• Bank accounts,

• Investments

• Business interests

• Personal property

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**This calculator will show you the MINIMUM fees. There are many other possible costs including court costs, bonds, appraisal fees and possibly extraordinary expenses as the court sees fit.