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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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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"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.

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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.

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An Overview of California’s Probate Process If you’ve been made a custodian of a will or representative of an estate, you need to know California’s deadlines and expectations for probate. Learn more here.

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Preparing for the Unexpected - March 2021 Newsletter Read about how our attorney, Peter Keon is "Preparing for the Unexpected" in our March Newsletter

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Estate Planning for People Who Are Single Estate planning is not just for married couples. Single people need to plan for their future, as well. Learn why you need to create a plan if you’re not married

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Marshalling and Managing Estate Assets When you’ve been entrusted to manage an estate, you must gather all the deceased’s properties and create an inventory and appraise their value.

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An Intestate Will Leaves Your Assets and Loved Ones in the Court’s Hands Sorting out an estate without a will can cause unexpected problems in California probate court. Learn more here.

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My Valentine's Day Trauma - February 2021 Newsletter A sweet personal story by our principal attorney, Philip Kavesh, about growing up in a small town.

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