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Is a Court Order effective after it is signed?

Asked on Dec 17th, 2014 on Trusts and Estates - California
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If you have a hearing on a petition to be appointed successor trustee of an estate in probate in California and the court doesn't sign the order until 3 months later, are you authorized to act in the capacity of successor trustee on the date of the hearing or only starting from the date of the signed order.
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Taxation Attorney serving Santa Monica, CA at Lyster, Inc.
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Although you might technically be appointed on the day of the hearing, you'll likely have a tough time convincing banks, brokerages, and escrow officers of your authority until you can present a copy (often a certified copy will be required) of the signed order. 
Answered on Dec 18th, 2014 at 3:09 PM

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