by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jun 29, 2017 | Estate Planning
When California residents are planning for the disposition of their estates, one of the most important factors in protecting the estate and its continuity can be involving heirs in the process. Especially in the case of high-value estates with significant assets,...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jun 22, 2017 | Estate Planning
California parents of children with special needs often have challenging, lifetime planning options to consider. Lifetime care, including support for housing, caregivers and other professional support, can have costs that run well into seven figures. There are various...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jun 20, 2017 | Estate Planning
Estate planning is used to ensure that assets are handled according to the owners’ wishes after they have died. For California same-sex couples, there may be issues that require additional consideration. Although the 2015 decision by the United States Supreme...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jun 7, 2017 | Estate Planning
It is not uncommon for California residents to get married more than once. However, a second or subsequent marriage could lead to estate planning issues that may be overlooked. For example, property that a person brings into a marriage is generally considered to be...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jun 2, 2017 | Estate Planning
When estate plans include a family business, owners face a unique set of challenges in establishing continuity and protecting the company during transition. Owners of California-based family businesses will want to carefully think ahead to avoid family disputes over...
