Kavesh, Minor & Otis — Trusted Estate Administration & Trust Attorneys In Torrance and Serving the Greater South Bay
Are you a successor trustee? We help you administer a trust smoothly without stress, surprise & fights.
If you need to speak with an experienced California trust and estate administration lawyer, please contact us online or call us directly at 800.756.5596 to discuss scheduling a free appointment. Please note that our firm can only meet with the Successor Trustee or Executor of a decedent’s CA trust or will. Additionally, we do not contest or litigate any trusts or wills. Our trust and administration law firm proudly serves clients throughout California from our main office in Torrance, as well as those in Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, El Segundo, Rancho Palos Verdes and the Greater South Bay area.
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“I Don’t Want to Leave a Mess for My Family”One of the most heartfelt things I hear from clients is this: “Phil, I just don’t want to leave a mess for my family.” When people say that, what they usually mean is something deeper.
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Tony Bennett’s Family Sings the BluesAfter the death of legendary singer Tony Bennett in 2023, disagreements arose among family members over how his trust and estate were being handled.
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Trustee Fees in California: What Is Considered Reasonable Compensation?Explore how trustee fees are determined in California. Learn when compensation is reasonable, challenges arise, and how an experienced trust attorney can help
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“Sorry, Kids, We Can’t Talk to You!”Learn why estate planning attorneys can't share client information with family members without consent and how to ensure proper involvement in the process.
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Finding a Life Insurance Policy That Wasn’t Listed in a Will or TrustFinding a lost life insurance policy can be difficult, but putting in the effort could provide an unexpected windfall. Read the blog for more info!
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The 10 Biggest Mistakes Successor Trustees MakeDiscover the 10 biggest mistakes successor trustees make and how to avoid them, ensuring a smooth estate administration and protecting your legal...
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The Golden State’s Expectations for Trust-Related InvestmentsCalifornia’s Uniform Prudent Investor Rule requires trustees to make sound and reasonable investment decisions. Our CA attorney explains. Read more!
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California Law Now Provides Flexible Alternatives to ConservatorshipsThe enactment of California Assembly Bill 1663 provides families with a more flexible alternative to conventional conservatorships. Our attorneys explain.
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Another Celebrity Horror Story in the Making: Lessons from Anne Heche’s EstateAnne Heche Estate Planning
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What Happens When You Become Disabled?Trust Lawyer Torrance. Find out what to do in regards to a trust if you become disabled. California Trust Lawyer.
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Understanding and Avoiding EscheatmentCalifornia’s escheatment laws allow the state to take your assets if you do not create a comprehensive estate plan. Learn more from our CA attorneys.
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“What Are My Rights as a Beneficiary?”Learn the 5 key rights of beneficiaries in estate planning, including access to estate info, accountings, distributions, impartial treatment, and legal counsel.