Advancements in computer technology have dramatically changed all aspects of society. It has even made a significant difference in estate planning strategies. Now with the advent of digital assets, those looking to create an estate plan in California will have to be up-to-date on all of the legal implications of owning digital assets. One of the most […]

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Actor James Gandolfini was worth an estimated $70 million at the time of his death. Reports said the star of the HBO series “The Sopranos” left behind a will that passed the bulk of his fortune to a baby daughter and siblings. Critics felt estate planning mistakes cost the late actor’s heirs tens of millions of dollars. […]

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Parents of a disabled child often worry how to set up an estate plan that provides an inheritance without disqualifying the child from valuable government benefits. Estate planning trusts can be designed to help a special needs beneficiary without sacrificing Supplemental Security Income or Medi-Cal, the California Medicaid program. Qualification for SSI and Medi-Cal benefits is dependent […]

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This question can only be answered by you as a testator, the will creator. The decision to designate a spouse or other relative as the executor of your estate depends on the qualities, abilities and willingness of the family member. An estate planning attorney would not recommend forcing the job of a California executor on anyone who […]

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Los Angeles estate planning attorneys just got very busy. In one fell swoop, the U.S. Supreme Court threw out the Defense of Marriage Act and shot down Proposition 8 in California. Gay couples who reside in the state now can marry and gain federal financial benefits that were once denied to them. The high court’s […]

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