When an individual passes away in California, a probate court determines whether their Last Will and Testament is valid. This process protects decedents’ estates and their designated beneficiaries…
Whether an individual is actively planning their estate or just looking for ways to decrease their tax burden and increase what they can leave behind for loved ones,…
Individuals often establish trusts to help reduce or eliminate taxes so that their loved ones receive as much of the original estate as possible. Learning about the tax…
What Is an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust? One helpful estate planning tool is an irrevocable life insurance trust, which offers several benefits, such as protecting beneficiaries from paying…
Natural disasters such as floods, tornadoes, and fires can happen suddenly and can have a significant impact on an individual’s assets. According to the National Centers for Environmental…
Probate can be a time-consuming and expensive process. Many cases are not settled until 18 months after someone’s passing, and this is for a typical case that does…
Estate planning is essential for families with children for a vast range of reasons, including guardianship preferences, inheritance, and preserving your legacy. When a couple with children is…
“How long does probate take?” is one of the most common questions our estate planning clients ask. The answer varies depending on the structure of the decedent’s estate…
If you are planning on going out of the area for a well-deserved vacation, estate planning may be the furthest thing from your mind. However, it is important…
Money, property, and inheritances are all common causes of family conflict and estate disputes. There is no perfect legal solution or method that will work for every family…
A typical estate plan is primarily focused on the interests of the estate owner’s loved ones and other beneficiaries. Along with providing guidelines for how assets should be…
Protecting Your Assets: Will and Divorce Planning Protecting assets should be one of an individual’s top priorities when going through a divorce. While much of the asset division…
