Having an estate plan is important for every California adult. It protects people's assets if they become ill or die, and it can provide protection for minor children. An estate plan also may affect how beneficiaries are taxed. Many people put off estate planning, or...
Estate Litigation
Estate litigation can help protect a loved one’s legacy
In the days and weeks following the death of a loved one, family and friends often come together in unity as a way to honor and remember the recently passed. While these moments can help build solidarity, they can quickly be forgotten when the deceased's wishes are...
A closer look at undue influence in California
Thanks to the Baby Boomers, the number of people age 65 and older is steadily increasing. In fact, by 2030, these individuals are expected to make up nearly 20% of the population, which is more than a 50% increase compared to those in that age bracket back in 2000....
Some reasons to have a probate hearing on trust issues
It can be easy to think that an individual who has created an estate plan has initiated a foolproof way to have his or her assets distributed in accordance with his or her wishes.While this may generally be true, the fact is that oftentimes the distribution of estate...
What are some typical trust disputes for Torrance residents?
Many Torrance area residents have taken the time to create a trust for their estate. A trust is a way to transfer assets to another person and many use it to avoid probate. But sometimes there are problems that arise with a trust among the beneficiaries.A trust...
Will contests: some typical scenarios for Torrance residents
Many Torrance residents do the right thing and work to create a robust estate plan, including a will, to manage the distribution of their assets after death. While this is a crucial process to complete, it is not necessarily a guarantee against will contests and...
