Costa Mesa, California probate is required if you die with assets such as real estate (regardless of value) or bank accounts and investment accounts above $166,250. Financial institution accounts with a value below $166,250 can typically be unlocked using a Small Estate Affidavit. Laguna Legal can help you prepare a Small Estate Affidavit, if needed, or we can help you prepare and file the complete probate. Since we are a legal document service and not an attorney, you would need to represent yourself at the required hearings but Laguna Legal can help you with the preparation and filing of all the required court forms.