Do you need a Court Order to administer someone else's estate in California? If so, you need a Probate Attorney.
Laura does not charge for the initial consultation, which can be by phone or video conference. At this meeting, she will ask for details about the family, the Will or Trust (if any), and all the assets. Then she will be able to provide a quote for the legal fee and lay out a plan for handling the process through the County Court. Then you can decide if you wish to proceed.