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California probate court handles some of life’s most sensitive legal matters—disputes over wills, trusts, and the administration of...

Appealing a probate court decision in California is not easy—and it’s not without risk. If you’ve filed an appeal in a trust or estate...

If you’re involved in a California real estate or probate dispute, you may encounter a legal term that can cloud title and block...

California’s Probate Code contains numerous provisions that affect how estates are administered and how creditors may or may not recover...

When someone passes away, their trust may include a wide range of assets, including publicly traded stocks, mutual funds, or private...

When a loved one creates a trust, they expect the trustee to carry out their wishes and manage the trust responsibly. Unfortunately, not...

If you’ve recently inherited real estate or other assets in California, one of the first legal and financial terms you’ll hear is “fair...

When dealing with real estate—whether buying, inheriting, or transferring—it’s essential to understand what legal documents actually...

When setting up a living trust  in California, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing a trustee —the person (or...

Planning ahead for medical decisions is a smart part of any California estate plan. One of the most important tools is a Durable Power of...

A Power of Attorney (POA)  is a powerful estate planning tool in California that allows someone you trust to act on your behalf in legal,...

A living trust  is one of the most powerful tools in California estate planning. It allows you to maintain control over your assets...

If you’ve already created a will in California but need to make changes, you may be wondering: Do I need a brand-new will, or can I use a codicil? More importantly, how much will a codicil cost? A codicil is a legal amendment to a will—ideal for minor updates like changing your executor or adding a new beneficiary. But while it may seem simpler than redrafting an entire will, it's still a legal document that must meet California’s formal requirements to be valid. Here’s what

When planning for the future, most Californians are familiar with wills and trusts, but fewer give proper attention to their living will...

When it comes to estate planning, one of the most delicate and important considerations is how to provide for a disabled child or heir....