Los Angeles County Probate Advance — Get Cash in 24–48 Hours

Los Angeles County has more probate cases filed each year than any other county in California. The Stanley Mosk Courthouse handles the bulk of them, and the backlog is real — most heirs wait 12 to 24 months or longer before they see a dime. If you’re a named beneficiary in an LA County probate case, ProbateLend can advance you a portion of your inheritance in 24–48 hours. No credit check. No monthly payments. You repay only when the estate closes.

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Get cash from your inheritance in 24–48 hours — no credit check, no monthly payments.

Yes. If you're a beneficiary in a Los Angeles County probate case, ProbateLend can advance you a portion of your inheritance within 24-48 hours. We provide non-recourse advances with flat fees and no monthly payments - you only repay when the estate closes. If the estate doesn't have sufficient funds, you owe nothing.
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Free Probate Advance Consultation

If you need a small or large advance, our team explains the probate advance process and when to expect your inheritance money.  There is no cost to apply.

If you are currently involved in a probate case in Los Angeles County Probate Court, fill out the form at bottom below and one of our staff will reach out immediately.

To qualify for a cash advance, a probate case needs to be opened.  We will need a probate case number so we can complete our online research on the Los Angeles County Superior Court probate division website.

We Review Your Probate Documents

The most important document we inspect is the petition for probate filed in the Los Angeles County Superior Court. The petition discloses the assets listed in the estate, the number of heirs, if there is a will attached to the estate, and whether the probate is full or limited authority.

Your credit and employment history is not a consideration.  An advance is not a loan. As such, we are primarily concerned with estimating your expected share of inheritance.

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Quick Underwriting Decisions

No need to wait for the probate process to finish.  You can receive your inheritance advance in as little as 24 hours after we receive your application and documents.  Our streamlined underwriting guarantees you get your inheritance money fast.

Funds are wired directly to your bank account.  We can also express mail a cashiers check–it’s your choice.  How you spend your money is up to you.  

You get the immediate cash you need.  We are paid when the probate case concludes, at final distribution.  One of the benefits of an advance is if there are insufficient funds to repay us, that is our problem, not yours.

Los Angeles County Probate Advance Q&A

Is my probate case in Los Angeles County handled at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse?

Yes, most probate cases in Los Angeles County are handled at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse, located at:

111 North Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 830-0803
Probate Clerk’s Office hours: typically 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Mon–Fri)

This courthouse is the central hub for probate filings, hearings, and case management. If your probate case was filed in L.A. County, chances are it’s being processed here—especially for estates involving Los Angeles city or surrounding communities.

When applying for a probate advance at ProbateLend, we’ll need the case number and filing details. If you don’t have them, most likely we can get them from the Courthouse website.  For more information about the Los Angeles County Probate Court, visit our comprehensive guide: Los Angeles Probate Court: Online Services & FAQs.

To qualify, you must be a named heir or beneficiary in an estate currently undergoing probate in Los Angeles County. You’ll need to provide supporting documentation such as a copy of the will or court-issued probate paperwork to verify your eligibility. 

Learn more about eligibility requirements in our guide: Who Qualifies for a Probate Advance in California? You can also review Rights of Heirs to an Estate: A Complete Guide to understand your entitlements.

You’ll need the probate case number, a copy of the filed petition for probate, and proof of your status as a beneficiary or heir. A trained provider will assess your estimated inheritance share based on these documents—credit history or employment status do not matter.

For a complete list of what you’ll need, see: Get an Inheritance Advance: Required Documents. You can also reference our California Probate Advance Guide for step-by-step instructions.

Funding is fast—you can receive your probate advance in as little as 24 hours or a couple days.  Funds are typically sent by bank wire or cashier’s check.

Read more about our rapid funding process: How Fast Can I Get a Probate Advance? Quick Process! and learn about How Do Probate Advances Work: Benefits & Process.

The probate process in L.A. County can take 9 to 24+ months, especially for complex estates or court backlog. A probate advance can provide immediate cash for legal fees, living expenses, or property upkeep—without delaying your claim on the inheritance.

Understand the timeline better: California Probate Timeline: How Long Does Probate Take?

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Yes. While the Stanley Mosk Courthouse in downtown Los Angeles handles the majority of LA County probate cases, there are branch courts that serve different parts of the county. Depending on where the decedent lived, your case may be filed at one of these locations:

  • Chatsworth Courthouse — serving the northwest San Fernando Valley
  • Pomona Courthouse South — serving the eastern San Gabriel Valley
  • Torrance Courthouse — serving the South Bay
  • Norwalk Courthouse — serving Southeast LA County
  • Pasadena Courthouse — serving the Pasadena/Arcadia area

If you’re not sure which courthouse your case is in, we can look it up for you using the LA Superior Court website. All you need is the decedent’s name or the probate case number.

How Long Does Probate Take in Los Angeles County?

Probate in Los Angeles County typically takes 12 to 24 months, though complex estates or contested cases can stretch beyond two years. The Stanley Mosk Courthouse handles the vast majority of LA County probate filings, and the sheer volume of cases creates significant backlogs. Hearing dates are often scheduled months out, and even routine petitions can face delays due to court staffing and caseload. If the estate includes real property that requires court confirmation for sale, expect additional time for appraisals, overbidding, and court approval.

During this extended wait, heirs often face financial pressure — bills don’t stop just because probate is pending. A probate advance lets you access a portion of your inheritance now rather than waiting a year or more for the court to finalize distribution. Whether you need funds for living expenses, legal fees, or property maintenance, an advance bridges the gap without adding monthly debt or requiring credit approval.

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What to Expect as an LA County Probate Heir

Los Angeles County probate cases are filed at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse in downtown LA. Depending on where the decedent lived, your case may also be handled at a branch court — including Chatsworth, Pomona, Torrance, Norwalk, or Pasadena.

Once a case is opened, we look it up directly on the LA Superior Court website using the case number. You don’t need to gather a stack of documents to get started — in most cases, we can pull the basic case information ourselves.

From there, we review the petition for probate to estimate your share of the estate. If the numbers work, we can have funds wired to your account in 24–48 hours. No credit check. No monthly payments. You repay only at final distribution when the estate closes.

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