by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Sep 7, 2017 | Probate Litigation
California residents might like to know about the latest issues involving the late singer Prince’s estate. The pop star owned the rights to his works, which passed to his estate after he died. His discography includes several best-selling albums as well as...
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 | Jan 24, 2017 | Probate Litigation
Almost 99 percent of wills go through the probate process without any issues. However, California residents who have completed a will should be aware of the different reasons a will can be challenged.Any person who may have an interest to gain from the will can...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Dec 30, 2016 | Probate Litigation
When Californians die, many will have large portions of their estates go through the probate process in order for their assets to be distributed and their debts to be repaid. The probate process may be fairly complex, but it involves some specific steps that will...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Aug 9, 2016 | Probate Litigation
No want wants to think about death, but it is an inevitable part of our lives (ironically enough). So when that last stage of our life arrives, it is important for the person to have all of his or her legal, financial and estate affairs in order. Once that individual...
