Apr 6, 2020 | Firm News
Now more than ever, it is imperative that each of us have a comprehensive estate plan in place. A properly executed Healthcare Directive, Power of Attorney for financial management, Will, and Trust allow us to express our wishes and make those wishes known to our...
Apr 3, 2020 | Firm News
We are living through history with an unprecedented global health crisis. From individuals and small businesses, all the way to the federal government, we are in a global period of uncertainty. Unfortunately, this uncertainty not only impacts each...
Mar 6, 2020 | Firm News
Estate planning is not about planning for your future. Instead, it is about easing the future sense of loss among your loved ones. It is easy to make mistakes that cause your survivors more heartache. You want to leave behind a loving legacy, not a...
Jan 14, 2020 | Firm News
Whether you are planning your own estate or serving as the executor of a family member’s will, knowledge of the California probate process can inform your decisions and actions. With probate, the state court supervises the process of administering a...
Dec 4, 2019 | Firm News
There are many documents you may include in your estate plan in California. One option is a power of attorney. However, there are a few different types, so you want to familiarize yourself with them before deciding on which one to go with for your estate plan. Money...
Oct 23, 2019 | Firm News
No one likes to think of a parent losing cognitive ability, yet it is common in older age. Unfortunately, dishonest people, including family members, like to take advantage of vulnerable seniors and defraud them of their assets both while they are living and even...
Oct 8, 2019 | Firm News
As you take on the role of trustee, you probably have a lot of questions and concerns. This is understandable because it can be an intimidating and confusing experience. But, with the right help, you can fulfill your duties and carry out the wishes of the grantor....
May 28, 2019 | Firm News
A trust is an excellent way for people to provide for their loved ones after they are gone. A person establishing a trust is often called a “trustor” and usually has his or her close family and friends in mind when the trust is drafted. The trust will identify the...
May 28, 2019 | Firm News
When it comes to estate plans, it is important to understand the difference between a will and a trust. There are a variety of different names for wills (e.g. living will, pour over will, etc.) and trusts (e.g. living trusts, inter vivos trust,...
