San Fernando Valley Probate & Estate Administration Law Blog
Why You Should Consider Having a Trust
When you think of estate planning, your will, and terms like medical guardianship, and Medi-Cal probably come to mind. However, having a trust is also an essential part of planning for the future. Here is why you should consider having a trust as part of your...
How to Plan for Your Grandchildren
When people plan for their estates, they usually think of their spouses and children. However, grandchildren can also be important during this process. Therefore, when making your preparations, you may also want to include provisions for these members of the family....
Power of Attorney v. Advance Health Care Directive: What is the Difference?
Some of us have only heard the terms "power of attorney" and "Advance Health Care Directive" in passing or from hospital staff when a loved one is completing documents before undergoing a surgical procedure. If you have not had these crucial documents prepared for...
Why do I Need a Conservatorship Attorney?
In California, if you or someone else wants to be legally appointed to make decisions for another adult, you will have to go before a probate court and request a conservatorship. During the process, evidence will have to be presented to prove that it’s necessary to...
Do I Need a Support Trust?
In California, the Probate Code has different types of trusts that have varying rules and purposes. Some trusts allow the beneficiaries to have a great deal of flexibility in how they use disbursements, while others are limited. In many cases, a trust's primary...
Is My Loved One Safe in a Nursing Home Right Now?
When news of the COVID-19 outbreak circulated, older individuals were considered to be in one of the highest risk groups. Sadly, stories emerged early on about multiple victims perishing in the same nursing homes from the virus. Today, Californians are cautiously...
Understanding the duties of an executor
When approaching the task of estate planning, many people may focus heavily on the decisions they need to make regarding how they wish their assets to be distributed after they die. This, however, is only one of the decisions they must make during the estate planning...
Is Having a Will Enough?
Some people may tell you that outside of being extremely wealthy, a basic will is all you need for an estate plan. Although this advice may be well-intended, it fails to consider all of the ways a comprehensive California estate plan can protect you and your loved...
Is Your Living Trust in Order?
Having a California living trust is an excellent way to plan for your estate and provide for your beneficiaries. However, as with any part of your estate plan, it's essential to make regular updates. If you have not revisited this key document for some time, you need...
Updating Your Loved One’s Special Needs Plan
Once you have a comprehensive special-needs plan in place, it can be a relief knowing that your disabled child, family member, or other loved one’s future is secure. However, it's always good to review their terms periodically to make sure they make sense of your...
