Scope and Applicability of Chapter

COL120106 CH. 49 PROBATE ADMINISTRATION OF GUAM LAND CLAIMS AWARDS

(a)the term land claims award, as used in this Chapter, shall mean any monetary compensation paid by the United States of America pursuant to 48 U.S.C. Section 1424c or a successor statute.

(b)Land awards are subject to administration in the same manner as is directed in relation to other property, except as expressly provided in this Chapter.

(c)This Chapter shall only apply in cases where it is alleged that the sole asset of a decedent's estate subject to administration is a land claims award.

(d)In cases arising under this Chapter, the Superior Court shall award reasonable attorney's fees out of the estate in lieu of statutory attorney's fees pursuant to § 2811 of this Title, without regard to the size of the award. Such reasonable fees shall be based on verified statements of time and charges filed with the court by the attorney.