Our Estate Planning & Probate Blog

When it comes to estate planning, a little information can go a long way. In our blog, our legal team explores common problems we see when reviewing estate plans, as well as tips you can put into practice immediately to protect your future.

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Why Can’t My Parent Make a Last-Minute Change to His or Her Estate Plan?
Procrastination is a real issue when it comes to estate planning, but for those trying to set up or update their estate plans while on their deathbed...

Date: 03/23/2023 Category: Estate Planning | Trust & Estate Administration
The Advantages of Survivorship Insurance Policies
While survivorship insurance policies do not provide financial compensation for surviving spouses, they can complement estate planning strategies.

Date: 03/23/2023 Category: Estate Planning
Making Sense of Medi-Cal Appeals
Adverse Medicaid decisions can be devastating, but they are not final, and you have the right to file an appeal. Our CA attorneys explain.

Date: 03/23/2023 Category: Estate Planning
Majority of Adult Children Cannot Support Boomer Parents
A survey recently determined that majority of adult children cannot support their Boomer parents. So, what can you do to help begin the planning now?

Date: 03/14/2023 Category: Estate Planning | General
A Pour-Over Will Could Protect Your Non-Trust Assets From Probate
A pour-over will could reduce estate-related uncertainty by ensuring that your remaining assets are transferred straight to an established trust.

Date: 03/07/2023 Category: Estate Planning
The Parent Care Conversation
One of the hardest things for aging parents and their adult children to do is sit down and have a frank discussion about the future.

Date: 02/27/2023 Category: General
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way To... (Some of My Craziest Seminar Stories from Over the Years)
One of my favorite things in life and throughout my career has been presenting educational seminars on estate planning. What you may not know, however, are...

Date: 02/27/2023 Category: Estate Planning
Home Sweet Home: Deciding to Downsize or Keep Your Home in Retirement
Our California estate planning lawyers discuss the reasons you may want to keep or sell your home when you retire. Learn what’s right for you.

Date: 02/10/2023 Category: Estate Planning
What to Consider Before Allocating Unequal Inheritances
Parents often have personal reasons to allocate unequal inheritances. However, unequal inheritances can expose an estate to bad faith challenges.

Date: 02/04/2023 Category: Estate Planning
5 Reasons for Seniors to Celebrate in 2023
With the new year upon us, there are some silver linings—in particular for seniors. Here are five reasons for seniors to celebrate in 2023!

Date: 01/27/2023 Category: General
Barbara Walters Interviewed Me!
By Attorney Philip Kavesh. When I heard of the recent passing of internationally renowned journalist and TV celebrity, Barbara Walters, a stream of memories...

Date: 01/26/2023 Category: General
Your Child’s Financial Aid Opportunities Could Be Jeopardized by Your Inheritance
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid typically considers parents’ income, so a sizeable inheritance could jeopardize a student applicant’s eligibility.

Date: 01/11/2023 Category: Trust & Estate Administration

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