Creating a will is a critical step in planning your legacy, but it’s not a document you draft once and forget. In California, life changes often call for a fresh look at your will to make sure it still reflects your wishes and protects your loved ones. Life Events That May Trigger an Update Several […]

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Most estates in Torrance, CA go through probate after the estate owner passes away. But there are situations where you can use a simplified process that lets you avoid probate altogether. This can save your loved ones time, money, and stress. With the right planning, an estate administration attorney can help you structure your estate […]

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Losing a loved one can be overwhelming. Not only are you experiencing loss, but there also tends to be a list of tasks for loved ones to complete. If you are the named executor or the person that will handle the loved one’s affairs, in addition to making funeral arrangements, you may need to start […]

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In a recent blog post, we discussed the purpose of the probate process. One of the primary purposes is to ensure the will is valid before moving forward with paying your loved one’s debts and administering their estate. This is a usual part of the process, but many people wonder: how exactly can you – […]

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As challenging as it may be, there could come a time in your life when you need to choose a nursing home for a loved one. Moving through the process can be complex and time-consuming, but there are steps you can take to ensure yourself of making the right decision at the right time. Here […]

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A death in the family is difficult enough, but when inheritance arguments erupt, it can result in the disintegration of the entire family. Fortunately, most estate planning attorneys are well-armed with various strategies to plan an estate in a way that limits the chances of family infighting. If you’re concerned about how well your family […]

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When a loved one dies, it can be confusing and stressful to find out that they did not mention you in their will. As a close family member, e.g., a spouse or a child, you may qualify as an heir-at-law. This means that you may be able to inherit from their estate even if they […]

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When it comes to inheritances and estate plans, if the person who dies creates a legally valid estate plan, then this plan — in conjunction with California law — will dictate the dispensation of the estate. It doesn’t matter if you’re the wife, the son or the lover of the decedent, you are not entitled […]

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If you have a responsibility for someone’s estate, whether that person is still alive or has passed away, you are likely a fiduciary. A fiduciary’s specific title may be power of attorney, trustee, executor, conservator or agent. As a fiduciary, you have certain legal responsibilities. Namely, a fiduciary is required to act in the best […]

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Trusts are a key element of many people’s estate plans. Often they are used to put money or other assets aside for a child or grandchild until they reach a certain age or other milestone. For people who have children or other family members with mental or physical disabilities, they can be used to ensure […]

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