California · Probate Code

PROB §278: The disclaimer shall be in writing, shall be signed by the disclaimant, and shall: (a) Identify the creator of the interest.

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The disclaimer shall be in writing, shall be signed by the disclaimant, and shall: (a) Identify the creator of the interest. (b) Describe the interest to be disclaimed. (c) State the disclaimer and the extent of the disclaimer.

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