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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My “Summer School” Education Not all of your legacies can be passed down through an estate plan. Here's Philip Kavesh sharing his personal story about learning some of life's lessons.

Date: 07/28/2021 Category: General
Protecting Your Stepchildren’s Legacy in California California’s courts won’t afford most stepchildren an inheritance unless you take specific action to ensure they receive what’s rightfully theirs. Learn more.

Date: 07/07/2021 Category: Estate Planning
Britney’s Song Can Teach Us a Lesson The very public Britney Spears conservatorship dilemma is playing out for the world to see. This is why proper estate planning is so critical.

Date: 06/30/2021 Category: Estate Planning
What to Consider If You’re Receiving a California Inheritance Sometimes receiving an inheritance can be more difficult than expected, which is why it is important to plan for potential challenges and tax implications.

Date: 06/07/2021 Category: Trust & Estate Administration
Father Becomes Grandfather Attorney Phil Kavesh shares the precious changes going from father to grandfather, something many fathers go through. Estate Planning Torrance, California.

Date: 05/25/2021 Category: General
Challenging Someone’s Mental Capacity to Create a Will or Trust If a person lacks sound mind, a probate court could reverse decisions made in a will or trust. However, proving mental incapacitation can be difficult.

Date: 04/27/2021 Category: Probate
It’s Time For… Attorney Peter Keon discusses yet another trip to watch MLB Spring Training.

Date: 03/30/2021 Category: General
The Devastating, Yet Avoidable Probate Process Tips for avoiding a California Probate. Probate Attorneys in Torrance.

Date: 03/24/2021 Category: Probate | Estate Planning | Trust & Estate Administration
Why Unmarried California Couples Need an Estate Plan California law favors spouses and close relatives when it comes to inheritance, which means unmarried couples must be proactive in estate planning.

Date: 03/23/2021 Category: Estate Planning
Preparing for the Unexpected Having the right estate planning documents in place is crucial, but even more so if you're away from home and may need to be unexpectedly rushed to the hospital

Date: 03/01/2021 Category: Estate Planning
Why You Need to Review Your Estate Plan Even if you have a will or trust, tax laws can change or you may decide to move to another state. Learn more here about why you need to review your estate plan.

Date: 02/23/2021 Category: Estate Planning
Understanding Charitable Trusts in California Creating a charitable trust is a great way to help others after you’re gone, while helping loved ones and yourself while you’re alive.

Date: 02/17/2021 Category: Estate Planning

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