Having a well-organized estate plan is one of the most important decisions that a Sacramento resident can make for the good of his or her family. While this is generally understood, many people are lacking the in-depth information to make the best decisions to suit...
Month: June 2017
Important estate planning considerations for same-sex couples
California has long been one of the more progressive states when it comes to marriage equality. The increased acceptance of same-sex unions has allowed many couples to prepare for the future with their estate plan. However, that does not alter the reality that there...
What are the 2 kinds of probate guardianship in California?
Estate planning in California will have multiple issues that must be accounted for, but one that is a frequent cause for concern is guardianship. There are two kinds of probate guardianship in California and these must be understood by those who are concerned about a...
Drafting estate planning documents when married a second time
In California, it is not uncommon for people to marry more than once. Certain matters must be handled when in this situation, and one that many people forget is how to deal with drafting estate planning documents to account for the new marriage. This is especially...
Late actor’s assets in dispute despite cogent estate planning
For those that have significant wealth and blended families, drafting estate planning documents is especially important if the person wants to avoid probate and disagreements among their family members after death. These circumstances apply to many people in...