Not all estates need to go through formal probate. Depending on how the property is owned, and the type and amount of property, you may not need to go to court.Fill out form DE-310 , Petition to Determine Succession to Real Property. You can use this form for clearing title to Real and Personal Property. (a) The petition shall allege that this chapter applies and request that an order be made setting aside the estate of the decedent as provided in this chapter. "Set-Aside Petition. Complete the attached forms in black ink. Scan your completed forms and save as a single PDF file. The first step is to file the "Petition to Set Aside without Administration" with your local probate court. In California, a Spousal Set Aside Petition is a legal process that allows the surviving spouse to set aside a portion of the deceased spouse's estate.