Section 9834 Of Chapter 9. Compromise Of Claims And Actions; Extension, Renewal, Or Modification Of Obligations From California Probate Code >> Division 7. >> Part 5. >> Chapter 9.
9834
. Authorization by order of court is required for any of the
following:
(a) A compromise or settlement of a claim by the estate against
the personal representative or the personal representative's
attorney, 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 personal representative, or the personal
representative's attorney, owing to, or in favor of, the estate.