by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jul 18, 2017 | Probate Litigation
While estate planning goals vary widely among people in California, irrevocable trusts can adapt to many uses. In general, an irrevocable trust holds property for another party’s benefit and cannot be altered once established. One form establishes ownership of a...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jul 13, 2017 | Probate Litigation
Among the least pleasant topics for California residents looking to draft a valid will and testament is that of guardianship for their minor children. Some parents may rely on the law to ensure that children enter the custody of their trusted next of kin, but even...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jul 12, 2017 | Estate Planning
It isn’t uncommon for California residents to write their own wills. However, there are several mistakes that people tend to make when doing so without the help of an attorney. For instance, it may be possible for individuals to forget to include their family...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jul 10, 2017 | Estate Planning
In the realm of estate planning in California, a new type of asset has appeared. Along with such assets as real estate, financial accounts, personal property and intellectual property, a person must now consider digital property assets as an item to account for in his...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jul 3, 2017 | Estate Planning
People in California who live together but are not married may want to consider creating estate plans. As part of an estate plan, each person can give the other permission to make medical decisions. Another reason for an estate plan is so that partners can inherit...
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...
