San Diego Probate & Estate Administration Law Blog
Who can contest a will
When a person dies with a will in California, the will must pass through probate court before any assets listed in the will are distributed to the identified beneficiaries. While the will is in probate court, any interested party can contest the validity of the will....
How to make a challenge to a will less likely
Some people who are creating an estate plan might be concerned that it could be vulnerable to challenges. There are ways to make a will contest less likely. First, people should not put off creating a will. The document should be made when there is no question about...
Are there advantages to going through probate?
As you plan your estate, you may hear about many strategies that can help you avoid probate, the legal process that oversees the distribution of an estate. However, avoiding probate is not the best option for every estate, and fear of probate can result in costly...
Estate planning is a must for businesses
California business owners have additional needs when it comes to estate planning. Owning a business presents further issues when it comes to business continuity. This goes along with the need for management of personal assets. As a result, the business owner's estate...
Getting started with estate planning
Southern Californians who own property may know that they want their loved ones to inherit their assets, but they may not know the best way to pass them on. Though wills are good for certain types of heirlooms, individuals in San Diego should determine whether it is...
Regular review of a will is valuable
Estate planning is a subject many people find easy to put off for another day, even though they realize it is one they should address. Those California residents who have begun the process by creating a will should be pleased with that accomplishment but also realize...
Naming guardians in your estate plan could protect your children
You are young and your family is growing. You might feel like your whole future is in front of you and your children. This might seem like an odd time to be thinking about an estate plan. Having an estate plan that names a guardian is important. You need to understand...
Providing for your pet in your estate plan
According to Guinness World Records, a cat named Blackie became the world’s wealthiest cat in history after inheriting $13 million when his owner passed away. While leaving your entire estate to your pet probably isn’t a part of your end of life plans, more and more...
Don’t forget to review and update your estate plan
Your life rarely remains static. Your estate plan shouldn't be set in stone either. It's important to review your estate plan occasionally and to make any necessary updates to reflect your current situation. Reasons why you might wish to change your plan People make...
Do you need a power of attorney?
Planning for the end of life is often hard and uncomfortable, but it's in the best interests of you and your loved ones. Should there come a day where you are no longer able to make decisions for yourself, it's crucial to have protections in place that will ensure...
