Our Estate Planning and Probate Article Library

Our library articles contain vital information on living trusts, asset protection, incapacity planning, and probate requirements for California residents. Learn about what you must do, documents you will need, and deadlines you must meet in our online library.

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How to Ensure Your Will Is Valid and Safe From Challenges
Wills in California have to meet certain legal requirements. If any are missing, the writer’s estate could be invalidated. Learn more here.

Category: Estate Planning
Britney's Song Can Teach Us a Lesson - July 2021 Newsletter
With Britney Spears’ terrible, unseemly conservatorship matters splashed all over the press, it’s hard not to know about her plight. Many people sympathize with the #FREEBRITNEY movement. Others find her sad story to be merely entertaining. Regardless of how you may feel about Britney and her very public dilemma, there’s a lesson here for all of us.

Category: Newsletters
What to Know About Inventorying an Estate in California
If you have been appointed the representative of a California estate, inventorying the decedent’s assets is among your most important responsibilities.

Category: Trust & Estate Administration
Understanding Ambiguous Wills in California Probate
An ambiguous will is one that is not clearly defined or explained and may cause complications in California probate. Read the article for more information!

Category: Trust & Estate Administration
Father Becomes Grandfather by Attorney, Phil Kavesh - June 2021 Newsletter
As we prepare to celebrate Father's Day later this month, I spent some time thinking about all the father's in my life.

Category: Newsletters
Why You Need to Update Your Estate Plan After Moving to California
While many legal documents may still be valid after a move, you need to understand estate planning laws in the state where you choose to live. Learn more here.

Category: Estate Planning
Mother's Day Reflections by Arlyn Villanueva, Director of Operations & Estate Planning Paralegal - May 2021 Newsletter
We just wanted to take the time to wish all of the mothers, grandmothers, aunts, stepmoms, and mother figures a very Happy Mother's Day!

Category: Newsletters
Business Succession and Estate Planning
Only 10% of all family-owned businesses last beyond two generations, which is why it is important to have a business succession plan in place. Learn more here.

Category: Estate Planning
Estate Planning for Your Pet
CA is one of several states which lets residents name guardians or create trusts to ensure a pet is well cared for after their owners die. Learn more here.

Category: Estate Planning
Community Property in California
California is one of nine states with community property laws. These laws can have a significant impact on the estate plans of married couples. Learn more here.

Category: Estate Planning
"It's Time For..." Peter's Annual MLB Spring Training Trip - April 2021 Newsletter
Attorney Peter Keon discusses yet another trip to watch MLB Spring Training.

Category: Newsletters
Settling Debt on a California Estate
Whenever someone dies and leaves behind an estate in California, there’s the possibility creditors could make claims on the inheritance. Read more!

Category: Trust & Estate Administration

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After the passing of both my parents, my father in 2018 and mother in 2020, I decided it was time for me to establish a living trust. The living trust seminar 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. I highly recommend Kavesh, Minor & Otis to anyone who wants to create a living trust or has a living trust that may need updating. Tracy W.

My experience was great. I attended a seminar and later I met Peter Keon and he answered all my questions . I highly recommend him for a consultation and planning. Maria A.

Kavesh, Minor & Otis were referred to me by a coworker. I went to one of their workshops on living trust and estate planning, and I learned a lot. Peter Keon was incredibly knowledgeable and professional as he guided me through the process. I strongly urge others to work with the Law Office of Kavesh, Minor & Otis for their estate planning and to create a living trust. Maria C.

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