Which of the following groups is prohibited from purchasing property from an estate or conservatee?

The correct answer emphasizes the importance of preventing conflicts of interest and maintaining the integrity of the judicial process. Court employees, along with their families and friends, are prohibited from purchasing property from an estate or conservatee to eliminate any potential bias or unfair advantage that could arise from their positions.

This regulation is designed to uphold the ethical standards of fiduciaries and protect the vulnerable interests of individuals involved in conservatorships or estate dealings. When those who have access to sensitive information about the estate or its beneficiaries are allowed to buy property from it, it could lead to misuse of their position for personal financial gain, harming the interests of those the legal system is meant to protect.

By prohibiting all three groups—court employees, their families, and friends—from such transactions, there is a stronger assurance that property is sold and assets are managed fairly, with full adherence to the fiduciary duties that govern such situations.