Ruling by
Steven Z. PerrenLower Court
Santa Barbara County Superior CourtLower Court Judge
James F. RigaliProbate court had discretion to order attorney fees and expert fees from trust assets under the substantial benefit doctrine because record supported the finding that the litigation substantially benefited all beneficiaries.
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