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What is a Living Trust? First and foremost, a Living Trust is a written legal document which is generally the core of your Estate Plan. Think of your Living Trust like a wall safe, a place where [...]

California’s newly passed Proposition 19 will likely have major tax consequences for individuals inheriting property from their parents. Proposition 19 was approved by California voters in [...]

The purpose of probate is to make sure that, after a person dies, their assets are distributed according to their wishes, and to make sure that outstanding debts are paid.

Child support in California is determined based on each parent’s circumstances and financial standing. When calculating child support, the court requires both parents to disclose their [...]

There are several different types of conservatorships in California that provide legal authority for someone to assist in caring for adults who need help. A General Conservatorship is needed by [...]

When a married couple starts a divorce or legal separation in California, the Summons served with the Petition in dissolution of marriage or legal separation contains Automatic Temporary [...]

The time after you lose a loved one is an emotional, stressful, and difficult time. This time can be made even more stressful if you have been named as the executor of your loved one’s estate or [...]

How the California Uniform Transfers to Minors Act Can Secure Your Child’s Future The California Uniform Transfers to Minors Act, or “CUTMA,” contained in California Probate Code sections [...]