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Every family has experienced its share of arguments and disagreements. However, some family members may constantly be at odds with one another. While volatile situations at family gatherings can be dealt with, things can become a lot messier when family members start...
When a loved one dies, settling their estate usually includes probate. People often are not prepared for the legal process and costs, even if they had discussed it with their recently deceased loved one beforehand. Probate is essentially the court-supervised process...
As any California resident can attest, it is important to have an estate plan in place. Now, more than ever, it is essential to consider what will occur if one passes on or is deemed incapacitated, as it feels like it is something that can no longer be overlooked no...
People hope that their wills, trusts and other estate documents will be followed after they die. But beneficiaries and family member often mount legal challenges. You may anticipate these actions in your estate planning by considering the use of a no-contest clause in...
A will allows people to make important decisions about their property and their legacy, but in order to do so they must have what is called testamentary capacity. If that capacity is in question, a will may not reflect your loved one’s true wishes. What is...
Oftentimes an estate plan has both a will and trust. People in San Diego may wonder why both these documents are valuable, and which is more important. The importance is in the eye of the person whose estate plan it is, but it is important to understand the advantages...
Parents of special needs children often take steps to ensure that their young ones receive various forms of care. Unfortunately, a parent cannot expect to be around forever. Parents or guardians in California may worry about their mortality and their children's'...
Entrepreneurs and business owners of San Diego may want to know more about the Limited Liability Company structure. Allowed by a state statute, an LLC is made up of members. These could be individuals, corporations, foreign entities or other LLCs. According to the...
State statutes in California and across the country allow for the formation of different types of business entities, including limited liability companies. The owners of a limited liability company are referred to as members. Ownership is generally not restricted, so...
Choosing an executor for an estate is an important decision no matter the size of the estate. California residents may want to consider the following when making this decision. An executor is an individual who is appointed to administer the estate of a deceased...
