Section 2503 Of Article 5. Compromise Of Claims And Actions; Extension, Renewal, Or Modification Of Obligations From California Probate Code >> Division 4. >> Part 4. >> Chapter 6. >> Article 5.

. Court approval is required for any of the following:
  (a) A compromise or settlement of a claim by the ward or conservatee against the guardian or conservator or against the attorney for the guardian or conservator, whether or not the claim arises out of the administration of the estate.
  (b) An extension, renewal, or modification of the terms of a debt or similar obligation of the guardian or conservator, or of the attorney for the guardian or conservator, owing to or running in favor of the ward or conservatee or the estate.