Hill v. Morisoli

On this appeal by the administratrix of the estate of the decedent from an order directing her to pay $250 for legal services rendered to the public administrator and $12 costs of filing his unsuccessful petition, the only question is whether the court abused its discretion.

The facts are not in dispute. The decedent, Frederico Morinini, also known as Fred Morinini, a resident of Monterey County, died intestate on May 27, 1966, leaving considerable property. At the time of his death, all of his heirs, including his surviving spouse, were residents of Switzerland.

Respondent, the Public…