Understanding Your Domicile for Estate Planning Purposes As our society becomes more mobile and flexible, it is not uncommon for individuals to work in one state while maintaining a home in [...]
Like any field in the practice of law, the realm of estate planning is filled with terms that many would consider “legalese.” Often times clients use the terms “trust” or “will” interchangeably [...]
In prior articles, we’ve discussed generally the duty to disclose and some of the main documents that make up the Preliminary and Final Declarations of Disclosure. Despite this duty, the reality [...]
The goal of estate planning is to ensure that a person’s wishes are effectuated at the time of their passing. Most people drafting an estate plan wish for their belongings to pass to those people [...]
Can I Handwrite My Own Will? California is one of 26 states which allows the creation of holographic wills. “Holographic” simply means a document wholly written by the hand of its author. A [...]
Characterization and Family Law Presumptions In most divorce cases, arguments regarding dividing property often begin with spouses making claims such as, “this is my bank account, that is [...]
Divorce and legal separation can be emotionally overwhelming, and one major concern for spouses is the potential impact on their financial future. Of particular concern is the division of [...]
If you’re considering a legal conservatorship for an adult in California, it’s important to understand the process and responsibilities involved. In California, conservatorship refers [...]
A medical power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint someone to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so.