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Estimate the statutory attorney and executor compensation on a California estate under Probate Code §10810. This is an estimate, not legal advice.
$0$5,000,000
Statutory compensation
$46,000
Combined, on a gross estate of $1,000,000 — that is 4.60% of the estate.
Attorney
$23,000
Personal representative
$23,000
| Rate | Applies to | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 4% | first $100,000 | $4,000 |
| 3% | next $100,000 | $3,000 |
| 2% | next $800,000 | $16,000 |
| 1% | next $9,000,000 | $0 |
| 0.5% | next $15,000,000 | $0 |
This is an estimate of statutory compensation only. It excludes court filing fees, publication, probate referee appraisal, bond, and any court-approved extraordinary fees. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship.
Source: Cal. Prob. Code §10810. Law last verified Aug 2026