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Matter of Sebastiano and Carole Sterpa Trust

Case Number

25PR00439

Case Type

Trust

Hearing Date / Time

Thu, 11/20/2025 - 09:00

Nature of Proceedings

Petition re Internal Affairs of Trust for Instructions to Construe and Clarify Trust Instrument; Ascertain and Confirm Identity of Residuary Beneficiary

Tentative Ruling

Appearances are required. An objection has been filed.

The following must be submitted:

Proposed Order (Local Rule, 1731.) – Petitioner must submit a proposed order outlining the exact relief requested in the petition.

The court notes that cases 24PR0080, 25PR00242, and this case all involve the same Trust. These cases will be consolidated and case number 24PR00080 will be used for any future activity.

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