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INVENTORY AND APPRAISAL

DE-160/GC-040

ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY (Name, state bar number, and address):

TELEPHONE NO.:

FAX NO. (Optional):

E-MAIL ADDRESS (Optional):

ATTORNEY FOR (Name):

FOR COURT USE ONLY

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF

STREET ADDRESS:

MAILING ADDRESS:

CITY AND ZIP CODE:

BRANCH NAME:

ESTATE OF (Name):

INVENTORY AND APPRAISAL

CASE NUMBER:

APPRAISALS

1. Total appraisal by representative, guardian, or conservator (Attachment 1): $

2. Total appraisal by referee (Attachment 2): $

TOTAL: $

Date of Death of Decedent or of Appointment of

Guardian or Conservator:

DECLARATION OF REPRESENTATIVE, GUARDIAN, CONSERVATOR, OR SMALL ESTATE CLAIMANT

3. Attachments 1 and 2 together with all prior inventories filed contain a true statement of

of the estate that has come to my knowledge or possession, including particularly all money and all

just claims the estate has against me. I have truly, honestly, and impartially appraised to the best of my ability each item set forth in

Attachment 1.

4. by order of the court dated (specify):

5. Property tax certificate. I certify that the requirements of Revenue and Taxation Code section 480

a.

b.

California in which the decedent owned property at the time of death.

I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct.

Date:

STATEMENT ABOUT THE BOND

(Complete in all cases. Must be signed by attorney for fiduciary, or by fiduciary without an attorney.)

6.

7. Bond filed in the amount of: $

8. Receipts for: $ have been filed with the court for deposits in a blocked account at (specify

institution and location):

Date:

Form Adopted for Mandatory Use
Judicial Council of California
DE-160/GC-040 [Rev. January 1, 2007]

INVENTORY AND APPRAISAL

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Probate Code, §§ 2610-2616, 8800-8980;
Cal. Rules of Court, rule 7.501
www.courtinfo.ca.gov


ESTATE OF (Name):

DE-160/GC-040

CASE NUMBER:

DECLARATION OF PROBATE REFEREE

9. I have truly, honestly, and impartially appraised to the best of my ability each item set forth in Attachment 2.

10. A true account of my commission and expenses actually and necessarily incurred pursuant to my appointment is:

Statutory commission: $

Expenses (specify): $

TOTAL: $

I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct.

Date:

INSTRUCTIONS

(See Probate Code sections 2610-2616, 8801, 8804, 8852, 8905, 8960, 8961, and 8963 for additional instructions.)

1. See Probate Code section 8850 for items to be included in the inventory.

2. If the minor or conservatee is or has been during the guardianship or conservatorship confined in a state hospital
under the jurisdiction of the State Department of Mental Health or the State Department of Developmental Services,
mail a copy to the director of the appropriate department in Sacramento. (Prob. Code, § 2611.)

3. The representative, guardian, conservator, or small estate claimant shall list on Attachment 1 and appraise as of the
date of death of the decedent or the date of appointment of the guardian or conservator, at fair market value, moneys,
currency, cash items, bank accounts and amounts on deposit with each financial institution (as defined in Probate
Code section 40), and the proceeds of life and accident insurance policies and retirement plans payable upon death in
lump sum amounts to the estate, except items whose fair market value is, in the opinion of the representative, an
amount different from the ostensible value or specified amount.

4. The representative, guardian, conservator, or small estate claimant shall list in Attachment 2 all other assets of the
estate which shall be appraised by the referee.

5. If joint tenancy and other assets are listed for appraisal purposes only and not as part of the probate estate, they must
be separately listed on additional attachments and their value excluded from the total valuation of Attachments 1 and 2.

6. Each attachment should conform to the format approved by the Judicial Council. (See Inventory and Appraisal Attach-
ment (form DE-161/GC-041) and Cal. Rules of Court, rules 2.100—2.119.)

DE-160/GC-040 [Rev. January 1, 2007]

INVENTORY AND APPRAISAL

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What the Petition for Authorization to Enter into or Extend Exclusive Is

A Petition for Authorization to Enter into or Extend Exclusive is a formal request submitted to an approving authority—such as a governing board, regulator, or contracting counterparty—seeking permission to enter a new exclusive arrangement or to extend an existing exclusive right. The petition describes the parties, the scope and duration of exclusivity, the business or legal justification, and any proposed safeguards or public-interest considerations. It typically attaches the proposed exclusive agreement, supporting exhibits, and evidence demonstrating why the authorization serves statutory, contractual, or policy requirements.

Why this Petition Matters for Contract Governance

Filing a clear petition documents the legal basis for exclusivity, reduces regulatory and contractual risk, and creates a record that the approving authority considered scope, duration, and public interest. Proper petitions speed review and improve enforceability of the resulting exclusive arrangement.

Why this Petition Matters for Contract Governance

Who typically prepares and reviews this petition

Parties preparing or reviewing such petitions include in-house counsel, contracting officers, business development teams, and regulatory affairs staff who manage exclusive arrangements.

  • In-house legal teams and contract managers responsible for compliance and drafting of exclusivity terms.
  • Regulatory or procurement reviewers who assess public-interest, competition, or statutory constraints.
  • External counsel or consultants handling negotiation, agency filing, or appellate risk evaluation.

A well-prepared petition aligns business objectives with legal requirements and reduces rounds of follow-up questions during review.

Primary roles involved

Petitioner

Typically a contracting party or sponsor (company officer, procurement lead, or attorney) who drafts the petition, compiles exhibits, and certifies factual statements. The petitioner must ensure accuracy, obtain required internal approvals, and supply any required supporting documents or affidavits.

Approving Authority

The board, regulator, agency, or counterparty official tasked with evaluating the petition. Their role is to review legal sufficiency, weigh policy or competition concerns, and grant, conditionally grant, or deny the authorization based on governing statutes or procurement rules.

Step-by-step: completing the petition

Follow this sequence to prepare a complete petition and minimize review time.

  • 01
    Assemble documents: Collect the exclusive agreement, exhibits, and any financial justification.
  • 02
    Draft petition: Describe parties, scope, duration, and legal basis concisely.
  • 03
    Internal approvals: Obtain corporate or departmental signoffs before submission.
  • 04
    File and track: Submit to the designated authority and retain proof of filing and receipt.

Key components to include in a professional petition

A complete petition presents facts, legal argument, and attachments so reviewers can assess the request without additional follow-up.

Cover Letter

A brief executive summary that states the relief requested, identifies the parties, and outlines why the exclusive arrangement supports business needs and complies with applicable rules.

Proposed Agreement

A clean, marked copy of the exclusive agreement showing term, scope, termination rights, exclusivity clauses, and any carve-outs or performance metrics.

Factual Statement

A concise factual recitation supporting exclusivity: market analysis, proposed benefits, expected impact on competition, and operational rationale.

Legal Basis

Citation to statutes, regulations, or procurement rules authorizing or requiring review, along with a short legal argument justifying the authorization.

Supporting Exhibits

Financial models, redline comparisons, prior approvals, third-party reports, and any confidentiality or non-disclosure agreements attached as exhibits.

Affidavits or Certifications

Signed attestations regarding accuracy of facts, conflict-of-interest disclosures, and corporate authority to bind the petitioner.

Essential information items to include

Petitioner ID: EIN or registration number
Contact Details: Street address and phone
Agreement Dates: Start and end dates
Scope Summary: Products, territory, channels
Consideration: Payment or performance terms
Signatory Authority: Name, title, corporate capacity

How to configure an online petition workflow

When using an online form, configure fields and routing to reflect the petition review process and required approvals.

Field Configuration
Signature Order Sequential routing to authorized signers
Conditional Fields Reveal exhibits only when checkboxes selected
Attachments Allow PDF, DOCX upload up to agency limit
Notifications Email alerts for pending reviewer action

Typical filing and review flow

A standard electronic filing moves from petitioner submission to staged review, approval or request for clarification, and final authorization.

  • Submit Petition: Petitioner uploads petition and exhibits
  • Initial Screening: Clerical completeness check by staff
  • Substantive Review: Legal and policy analysis by reviewers
  • Decision: Grant, condition, or deny with record

Digital signing and submission considerations

Use a platform that supports secure e-signatures, audit trails, and file attachment to preserve the petition record.

  • Document Formats: PDF and DOCX accepted
  • Authentication: Email or multi-factor options
  • Audit Trail: Timestamp, IP, signer log

Ensure the chosen system complies with ESIGN and UETA and can export a complete, tamper-evident record for filing and long-term retention.

Typical timelines and response expectations

Processing times vary by authority; include expected timeframes when submitting to set reviewer expectations and internal deadlines.

Acknowledgement of Filing:

Often immediate or within 1–3 business days

Completeness Review:

Commonly 7–15 business days

Substantive Review:

Typically 30–90 days depending on complexity

Requests for Clarification:

Allow 10–30 days for petitioner response

Final Decision:

May be issued within 30–180 days after complete record

Key milestones from submission to authorization

Track these sequential milestones to manage internal tasks and external expectations during petition review.

01

File Submitted

Petitioner submits complete packet and receives filing receipt

02

Administrative Check

Clerical review confirms attachments and fees

03

Legal Evaluation

Agency legal team assesses statutory compliance

04

Decision Issued

Authority grants, conditions, or denies the petition

Common preparation errors that delay review

  • Incomplete exhibits: omitting signed agreements, financial models, or required certificates frequently triggers a completeness rejection or request for supplemental materials.
  • Vague scope language: failing to specify products, geography, or exclusivity triggers follow-up and may limit approval scope or impose conditions.
  • Incorrect signatory authority: unsigned or improperly executed signature blocks lead to validity questions and require re-execution.
  • Missing conflict disclosures: not disclosing related-party interests or prior commitments invites ethics inquiries or denial.

Risks and potential consequences of an incorrect petition

Denial Risk: Authorization may be refused
Conditional Approval: Approval may include limiting conditions
Contract Vulnerability: Exclusive terms may face challenge
Regulatory Sanctions: Fines or corrective orders possible
Reputational Harm: Public disputes or protests
Delayed Operations: Business start or extension postponed

Sample eSignature vendor comparison for petition workflows

Comparing typical pricing and capabilities can help decide which eSignature provider meets authentication, audit trail, and volume needs for petition submission.

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Real-world examples of petition use and outcomes

Two illustrative, real customer experiences show how electronic petition workflows reduced friction in exclusive agreement approvals.

Optica Ventures (Brian Fitzgibbons)

Optica centralized approvals using online petitions to streamline exclusive deals.

  • The interface simplified customer workflows.
  • The team noted faster review cycles and fewer form errors, allowing consistent documentation and improved auditability across portfolio transactions.

Martin Properties (Tim Martin)

Martin Properties executed exclusive listing extensions online to avoid in-person signings.

  • Mobile signing enabled remote closures.
  • They reported full compliance and secure recordkeeping while reducing turnaround time and the need for physical storage of signed exhibits.

Frequently asked questions about petitions and eSubmission

Answers to common questions about validity, signatures, and technical issues when filing petitions electronically.


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