Read the Record. Examine the Evidence. Draw Your Own Conclusions.
Court transcripts provide one of the most reliable accounts of what occurred during judicial proceedings. They preserve the testimony of witnesses, the arguments of counsel, the rulings of the court, and the statements made
on the record.
This page makes available publicly accessible trial transcripts and other significant court documents from the litigation involving the Laura Dean Head Living Trust so that readers can review the record firsthand.
Rather than relying on summaries or opinions, we encourage visitors to examine the original source materials themselves. The transcripts, pleadings, court orders, exhibits, and appellate filings provide an opportunity to understand the proceedings as they unfolded and to evaluate the legal and factual issues presented in the case.
Why Review the Transcripts?
The written record allows readers to:
- Follow the testimony presented during trial.
- Review the questions asked and the answers given.
- Examine the arguments made by the parties.
- Read the court’s rulings as reflected in the official record.
- Compare the evidence with the court’s written decisions.
- Better understand the legal issues now before the California Court of Appeal.
Our goal is to promote transparency by making these publicly available records easier to access and review.
Decide for Yourself
Every visitor should have the opportunity to examine the record independently. We encourage you to read the transcripts, review the court documents, and consider the issues presented in the pending appeal before forming your own conclusions.
If, after reviewing the record, you believe the legal questions presented in this appeal have broader significance for California trust law, estate planning, due process, or the administration of justice, we invite you to learn more about the appellate proceedings and the role that amicus curiae (“friend of the court”) briefs can play in cases involving issues of public importance.
Whether or not you ultimately choose to support the filing of an amicus curiae brief, we hope this collection of source materials provides a valuable resource for understanding the case and the legal questions currently before the Court of Appeal.
Transparency Through the Official Record
This page is dedicated to preserving and organizing the official record so that members of the public, attorneys, legal scholars, journalists, estate planning professionals, and other interested readers can explore the proceedings for themselves.
An informed public discussion begins with access to the original record. We invite you to read it carefully, evaluate the evidence, and reach your own conclusions.