Howard E. Kane

I began practicing law in 1990. Prior to beginning my career, I attended UCLA from 1983-1987 with a B.A. in History. I then attended the University of California College of the Law San Francisco from 1987 to 1990. I have also been a licensed California Real Estate Broker since 1996.

My main practice areas include Probate and Trust Administration, and full-service Real Estate attorney and broker services. I have brokered hundreds of real estate transactions throughout the Bay Area since 1996.

Call me for a free consultation at 510.292.0193. If you prefer to text to set up a consultation, my cell number is 510.853.1331. My email is hekanelaw@gmail.com.

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California

Since 1990

Real Estate Broker

H.E. Kane & Co.

1996 - Current

Attorney

Law Office of Howard E. Kane

1990 - Current

Judicial Extern to Hon. David V. Kenyon

United States District Court, Los Angeles, CA

1989 - 1989

University of California College of the Law, San Francisco

J.D. (1990) | Law

Communications and Entertainment Law Journal

University of California - Los Angeles

B.A. (1987) | History

Best Probate Lawyers in Berkeley

Expertise.com

2023

Client Reviewed 5.0/5.0

Martindale-Hubbell

2023

UCLA Alumni Merit Scholar

UCLA Alumni Association

1983

WealthCounsel

Member

Current

ElderCounsel

Member

Current

Contra Costa County Bar Association

Member

1997 - Current

Activities: Probate Section

Alameda County Bar Association

Member

1997 - Current

Activities: Probate Section

California State Bar  # 151711

Member

1990 - Current

Real Estate Broker - Credential ID DRE No. 01206186

California Department of Real Estate

1996

Q. My brother passed away this week in his Apartment. I want to get access to his apt. to retrieve personal items.

February 1, 2025

A: I'm very sorry to hear about your brother's passing. I understand your need and desire to gain access to his apartment. The process involves petitioning the court for Letters of Special Administration which can give you temporary powers to access his apartment. Feel free to reach out if you would like help with this.

Q. ambulance picked dad up from that point forward I wsn't allowed to go over, my aunt said so I doubt will even find will

January 14, 2025

A: I'm very sorry to hear about your aunt and the possible loss of inheritance. How did your father hold title to the property? Did he own the property in Joint Tenancy with his sister? If so, at least on paper she is entitled to his half of the property upon death. A copy of the Deed would be most helpful to properly evaluate the situation.

Q. In a probate case, if a legal heir assigns her interest to another, is an accounting to her required or not?

January 3, 2025

A: I recommend that both of you sign waivers, however, technically you may not need to sign a waiver.