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Tentative Ruling: Guardianship of Bassam R Rifai et al

Case Number

24PR00540

Case Type

Guardianship

Hearing Date / Time

Tue, 03/11/2025 - 09:00

Nature of Proceedings

Compliance Review Hearing

Tentative Ruling

Probate Notes:

The following must be submitted:

Inventory & Appraisal (Form GC-040) (Prob. Code, § 2610). The guardian must file an inventory and appraisal of the estate, made as of the date of the appointment of the guardian or conservator.

Proof of Service – Notice of How to File Objection to I & A (Form GC-042) (Prob. Code, § 2610) A copy of the Inventory & Appraisal (Form GC-040), along with Notice of How to File Objection to I & A (Form GC-042), must be delivered to the ward’s parents and siblings or mailing excused by court.

Appearances:

The court is open to the public for court business. The court is also conducting hearings via Zoom videoconference.

Meeting ID: 160 543 3416

Passcode: 5053334

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