by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Nov 4, 2017 | Blog
An appointment as a trustee is more than just a compliment, it is a big responsibility. Responsibilities inherent to this position include the management of the assets held within the trust and distribution of the assets as detailed by the trust documents. Navigating...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Nov 2, 2017 | Landlord-tenant Issues
In certain circumstances, a California resident may be forcibly removed from a premises that he or she is renting. This may occur if that person has failed to pay rent on time, is engaging in criminal activity or is otherwise breaking the lease. Having people or pets...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Oct 31, 2017 | Landlord-tenant Issues
California residents sometimes consider investing in residential real estate. While becoming a landlord is an established way of generating income, it is not without its risks. Landlord-tenant disputes can be expensive and time-consuming, but they can often be avoided...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Oct 10, 2017 | Probate Litigation
Whether a person has a will or not, it may be necessary for the estate to go through the probate process. If a California resident has a valid will, that person is considered to have died testate. If there is no will, a person will have been declared to die intestate....
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Oct 10, 2017 | Inheritance Disputes
When people in California die without a will, their children have a legal basis for declaring themselves as heirs to estates. Gaining access to those assets, however, might entail the conscious efforts of people to support a minor who must assert a claim by...
