Skip to content
THE IRREVOCABLE TRUST DOCTOR
FIXING BROKEN LIVING TRUSTS IN CALIFORNIA
  • The Irrevocable Trust Doctor – Robert P. Bergman, Attorney at Law
  • Trust Doctor Blog
  • The Problem – Outdated Trusts for Married Couples
  • The Problem – Lack of Powers of Appointment
  • The Problem – Older Trusts With No Asset Protection for Heirs
  • The Probate Code Solution
  • Fees and Costs
  • Contact Us

Tag: san mateo county probate

Court Petition to Amend Irrevocable Trust: A California How-To Guide (2026)

Court Petition to Amend Irrevocable Trust: A California How-To Guide (2026)

July 29, 2026 rpbergman

What if the "irrevocable" label on your trust isn’t actually the final word? Most people feel trapped when a trust document no longer fits…

Continue Reading →

Filed under: california probate, estate planning, Ex Parte Petition, irrevocable trust, Probate Code 15403, Probate Code 15409, san mateo county probate, santa clara county probate, trust modification
  • The Irrevocable Trust Doctor – Robert P. Bergman, Attorney at Law
  • Trust Doctor Blog
  • The Problem – Outdated Trusts for Married Couples
  • The Problem – Lack of Powers of Appointment
  • The Problem – Older Trusts With No Asset Protection for Heirs
  • The Probate Code Solution
  • Fees and Costs
  • Contact Us
Copyright © 2026 THE IRREVOCABLE TRUST DOCTOR
Move
  • Email
  • Call