Frequently Asked Questions About Estate Planning and Probate

Do I need a living trust for my estate plan? When does a property have to go through probate in California? Will I qualify for Medi-Cal if I am incapacitated? Our FAQs answer the most common questions about trusts and estate planning. Search or browse our frequent questions for more information, or contact us if you do not see your question answered here.

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What’s the difference between an executor and an administrator of an estate?

Category: Trust & Estate Administration | Probate
What’s the difference between estate administration and probate in California?

Category: Probate | Trust & Estate Administration
Who can create a trust in Torrance, California?

Category: Trust & Estate Administration
What happens if I don’t file probate in California?

Category: Probate
How do I probate a lost will in California?

Category: Probate
What is a Probate Code 850 Petition?

Category: Probate
What is a payable-on-death account?

Category: Estate Planning
What does a California probate lawyer do?

Category: Probate
Can a child inherit money or property in California?

Category: Trust & Estate Administration
Should you consider a secret trust?

Category: Estate Planning
What happens if I have a child after I create a will in California?

Category: Estate Planning
What is a rabbi trust?

Category: Trust & Estate Administration

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Great presentation that covers many of the common and not so common scenarios and protection options. I would definitely recommend for anyone is thinking about creating or reviewing their trust. Shaune K.

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After the passing of both my parents, father in 2018 and mother in 2020, I decided it was time for me to establish a living trust. The living trust webinar was very informative. I contacted the firm to schedule a consultation with Peter Keon. Peter was very thorough and responsive to my needs in creating a living trust. As we were still under COVID-19 limitations at the time, we were able to accomplish everything via phone conversations and email. I highly recommend Kavesh, Minor & Otis to anyone who wants to create a living trust or have a living trust that may need updating. Tracy W.

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