Kavesh, Minor & Otis — Trusted Estate Administration & Trust Attorneys In Torrance and Serving the Greater South Bay
Are you a successor trustee? We help you administer a trust smoothly without stress, surprise & fights.
If you need to speak with an experienced California trust and estate administration lawyer, please contact us online or call us directly at 800.756.5596 to discuss scheduling a free appointment. Please note that our firm can only meet with the Successor Trustee or Executor of a decedent’s CA trust or will. Additionally, we do not contest or litigate any trusts or wills. Our trust and administration law firm proudly serves clients throughout California from our main office in Torrance, as well as those in Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, El Segundo, Rancho Palos Verdes and the Greater South Bay area.
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Battle over Tompkins Estate Moves to ChileSummer Tompkins Walker fights for $50 million from her late father Douglas Tompkins' estate after being cut out of his will. A legal battle unfolds in Chile.
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A Trust Isn’t Always Accepted as LegitimateA London court ruled that trusts created by ex-Russian senator Sergey Pugachev were fraudulent, highlighting that trusts can't be used to hide assets...
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The Widow of Alan Thicke Wins First RoundDisagreement between stepparents and stepchildren isn't unusual. However, the fight over Thicke's estate is taking ... Estate Litigation
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Do Not Avoid Probate by Gifting House to ChildrenAvoiding probate is a good idea, but not at the cost of losing your home. There are better ways to avoid probate than giving ... Estate Planning
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Slayer Statutes are Sometimes Difficult to EnforceSlayer statutes block inheritors accused of murder, but enforcement is tricky. Our CA probate lawyer reviews the challenges in a high-profile estate case.
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Michigan Accepts Unsigned Will into ProbateMichigan court rules unsigned will can enter probate if proven valid. Learn more about this precedent-breaking case and its implications for estate planning
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Executor Should Aim toward EssentialsBeing an executor? Focus on essentials like organization, legal guidance, and tax help. Learn key tips to simplify your role and fulfill your responsibilities.
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Is There a Conflict in Thicke Estate?Judge asked to decide if there really is a conflict. A prenuptial agreement would lead one to think the settlement of the ... Estate Litigation
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Carrie Fisher Leaves Trust, but Probate May Be NecessaryThe sole daughter of the actress is the only beneficiary of estate but all of the assets not included in trust. Carrie ... Estate Administration
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Executor Acts in the Best Interest of the EstateExecutors must use discretion to act in the estate's best interest. Learn how authority can impact liability and decision-making in estate administration.
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Movies about Famous People Can Be ChallengingUpcoming Michael Jackson films on Lifetime and Netflix lack authorized music or likeness rights, sparking estate scrutiny and potential legal challenges.
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Ethics Important when Naming TrusteeEthical issues arise in a Louisiana estate case, where a Council on Aging director was named trustee, leading to family disputes and legal challenges.