If there is a pending proceeding in probate, guardianship, or conservatorship relating to the affected attorney, the court having jurisdiction pursuant to this article may inquire into acts done by the legal representative of the attorney concerning the law practice. Upon reasonable notice to the legal representative, the court may determine that the acts of the legal representative relating to such law practice shall be subject to its orders pursuant to this article.

(Added by Stats. 1974, Ch. 589.)

Terms Used In California Business and Professions Code 6180.9

  • attorney: means a licensee or former licensee of the State Bar. See California Business and Professions Code 6180.14
  • Jurisdiction: (1) The legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case. Concurrent jurisdiction exists when two courts have simultaneous responsibility for the same case. (2) The geographic area over which the court has authority to decide cases.
  • law practice: means (a) a law practice conducted by an individual. See California Business and Professions Code 6180.14
  • Probate: Proving a will
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