Whether a set of siblings usually get along well or have a contentious relationship, most families try their best to pull together and cooperate when it comes time to lay a parent to rest. If a problem regarding a parent's last will and testament or other estate...
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ESTATE PLANNING – Estate Administration & Probate
Finding out who is listed in a will
The California estate planning process often includes numerous legal documents. There are no rules regarding which documents must be included in a specific plan and one person might choose to execute one or more documents that another estate owner deems irrelevant in...
What should you expect when navigating probate process?
After the death of a loved one, those left behind will face the task of settling his or her estate. If you are mourning the loss of a family member or someone close to you, it can be a daunting task to also consider what needs to be done in order to close the estate...
Listing property in a transfer-on-death deed
When an estate owner has property in California or elsewhere, consideration should be given to what will happen to it when the estate owner dies. A last will and testament typically specifies who will inherit the assets of the estate, often including real estate...
Updating your estate plan? These questions may help.
After completing your estate plan, you will find that life continues to change. There are times when these changes are significant, leading to a need to update your existing legal and financial plans. Just as it is imprudent to go without a basic will or more thorough...