Our Estate Planning & Probate Blog

When it comes to estate planning, a little information can go a long way. In our blog, our legal team explores common problems we see when reviewing estate plans, as well as tips you can put into practice immediately to protect your future.

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What are the benefits of living trusts?
It is often the case that California residents put off making their estate plans because they think the process will be too ... Living Trusts

Date: 03/25/2019 Category: Estate Planning
Is the reward worth the risk with a DIY estate plan?
Online do-it-yourself (DIY) estate planning forms are growing in popularity. Although these forms may work for some people, ...

Date: 03/14/2019 Category: Estate Planning
Sudden death of actor shines light on need for estate planning
California residents who grew up in the 1980s and 1990s may be familiar with the original television series, "Beverly ... Estate Planning

Date: 03/12/2019 Category: Estate Planning
Have you planned for possible incapacity?
Many people believe that estate planning involves planning for what will happen after death. This is not wrong. However, a ...

Date: 02/28/2019 Category: Estate Planning
Estate administration and estate planning in California
Learn why estate administration is crucial in California estate planning and how choosing the right administrator ensures your wishes are fulfilled effectively.

Date: 02/22/2019 Category: Trust & Estate Administration
You can provide for a child with special needs once you are gone
As a parent, your concern for your children is probably on your mind all day, every day. And when you have a child who has ...

Date: 02/14/2019 Category: Estate Planning
What are intestacy laws in California?
An estate plan is a set of legal documents that explains how a California resident wants their assets and wealth distributed ... Estate Planning

Date: 02/12/2019 Category: Estate Planning
Common Mistakes That May Delay The Probate Process
Creating a will is an important step in planning for the future of your estate and family after you're gone. A well-crafted, ... Probate

Date: 02/08/2019 Category: Probate
Know the differences between living trusts and wills
Discover the key differences between living trusts and wills, including when they become effective and their impact on privacy and probate. Learn more here.

Date: 01/28/2019 Category: Estate Planning
Parents of blended families may consider creating a QTIP trust
Many families today include children from more than one marriage. Unfortunately, very few parents of blended families ...

Date: 01/24/2019 Category: Estate Planning
What is the purpose of probate in California?
There are certain words in the English language that inspire confusion in those who hear them. One of those words is probate. ... Estate Administration

Date: 01/14/2019 Category: Probate
Giving to charities through estate planning
At the end of a calendar year, a Torrance resident may take stock in where they have spent their money and what they need to ... Estate Planning

Date: 12/31/2018 Category: Estate Planning

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