by Kathryn A. Flanigan | May 29, 2018 | Probate Litigation
It is common, and in some cases admirable, for families to come together after the death of a loved one. Whether the passing comes after a prolonged illness or an instant tragedy, families need each other to honor the memory of their loved one and to begin the healing...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | May 23, 2018 | Probate Litigation
When an individual passes away in California or any other state, his or her estate may be subject to probate. This can happen if a person dies with or without a valid will. If a person does have a valid will, assets will be distributed according to its instructions....
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Apr 25, 2018 | Blog
Landlords with vacant property should take note of the shortage of available housing and the rising number of homeless people in California as it correlates to an increase in squatters.A squatter is someone who unlawfully occupies uninhabited property. Historically,...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Apr 24, 2018 | Estate Administration
After California residents die, spouses or others who are left behind may wonder if they are responsible for the decedent’s credit card debt. In most cases, they are not. However, it is possible that debt collectors or others may try to convince a surviving...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Apr 10, 2018 | Probate Litigation
After a person in California dies, their estate enters probate, the process by which their property is transferred after death. Probate collects property, ensures debts are paid from the estate and then sees that the property is distributed according to the wishes of...
