by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jun 3, 2016 | Estate Planning
Fluffy, Fido and Mittens are increasingly more than just furry, four-legged animals — they are part of the family. Animals hold a special place in their owners’ hearts and yet are often left out of the entire estate planning process. Ensuring the continued...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | May 31, 2016 | Estate Planning
As the world continues to mourn the sudden death of music icon, Prince, speculation builds on the cause of his demise. It is suspected that opiates played a part in it, and search warrants have been executed to discover if improper prescriptions were...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | May 27, 2016 | Estate Planning
Nearly 60 percent of adults in California and the rest of the country are lacking something that no adult should be without — an estate plan. It is not that these individuals do not understand the benefits of estate planning; rather, the majority simply claim to...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | May 20, 2016 | Inheritances
For parents, creating an estate plan includes more than creating a living will, signing a few powers of attorney and deciding what kind of burial is preferred. Having children and even grandchildren typically means planning what kind of inheritance to leave behind....
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | May 12, 2016 | Estate Administration
Most people put an immense amount of thoughtful effort into planning their estate in order to make its later administration as smooth as possible. Responsible estate planners in California typically update their wills, trusts and other important documents on an annual...