A4 – To Sell Or Not To Sell: 2024 New Real Property Sale Commission Rules: When Is It Time To Sell The Conservatee’s Residence And Should The Seller Pay Buyer’s Commission?

Brian Joy, a licensed real estate professional since 2001, joined the Sanborn Team in 2008 and became a partner in the firm in 2012. With nearly two decades of experience, he specializes in probate, trust, and conservatorship sales, primarily representing sellers. Brian’s patient, proactive approach and unwavering commitment to results make him a dynamic representative in the Los Angeles real estate market. His extensive knowledge of the area allows him to guide sellers through complex transactions, and his exceptional communication and negotiation skills consistently yield excellent results. Brian’s integrity and dedication have earned him a sterling reputation in the industry, resulting in a wealth of satisfied clients and referrals.

Carmen Alberio, Esq., a Mediator with ADR Services, Inc., is a recognized expert in the field of Probate, Estates and Trusts law. She has 36 years of experience working closely with over 55 judges as a Probate Attorney for the Los Angeles Superior Court. Ms. Alberio served as Education Chair for the California Lawyers Association’s Trusts and Estates Section Executive Committee. In 2021, Ms. Alberio received the coveted Arthur K. Marshall Award from the Los Angeles County Bar Association’s Trusts and Estates Section. In 2022 she became the first two-time winner of the prestigious Timothy A. Whitehouse Award from the Beverly Hills Bar Association.

Hon. Craig D. Karlan (Ret.) is a trial lawyer’s judge; he is an invaluable asset to trial lawyers, due to his impassioned commitment to studying and mastering every aspect of a jury trial over the past 32 years. Judge Karlan’s expertise is evidenced by a track record of trying countless cases to verdict, both as a litigator and as a judge. Judge Karlan is an exceptionally effective settlement officer. In addition, he served as the West District Probate Judge for eight years, demonstrating extraordinary acumen while navigating complicated high-net-worth probate cases involving complex financial issues and emotionally charged familial dynamics.

David Kim, Managing Partner of Wright Kim Douglas, is an experienced litigator with an extensive business and real estate background, and handles exclusively probate and trust matters, both litigated and non-litigated. He has successfully conducted several notable trials involving probate and trust disputes on behalf of Private Professional Fiduciaries. Mr. Kim also counsels’ clients in all phases of conservatorships and trust administration.

Additionally, Mr. Kim serves as Court Appointed Counsel in highly contested conservatorships and Guardian ad litem in trust matters.

Mr. Kim’s fiduciary duties also extend to several non-profit boards. He is Board Chairman at Dignity Health, Glendale Memorial Hospital. Mr. Kim is also on the Board at the YMCA of the Foothills (Former Chairman), and former President at the National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers.

He has been named a Super Lawyer in Trust and Estate Litigation consistently since 2020, among several other awards in the areas of Trust and Estate Litigation.

Mr. Kim is also listed as one of “The Best Lawyers in America” in Litigation- Trust & Estates, by Best Lawyers of U.S. News & World Report and his law firm has been named consistently as Best Law Firm.