by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jul 31, 2012 | Uncategorized
A California Last Will and Testament is the cornerstone of an effective estate plan, and there are some considerations that should be kept in mind to ensure the validity of a California will:Keep your will up to date. Your life circumstances have probably changed...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jul 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
In uncertain economic times, it is more important than ever to design an estate plan that allows you to not only protect and build upon what you have, but to also keep others from fighting over assets after you’re gone. The fundamentals of creating a solid...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jul 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
A California will is a crucial document that spells out your wishes for the disposition of your assets – and once you are gone, family members cannot go back and “fix” a will that has been executed improperly. This is why it is critical to have a...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jul 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
An Irvine estate planning lawyer provides eight tips to take to minimize the chance your will could be contested:1. Consult with a qualified California estate planning attorney.2. Pick the right executor and trustees. Don’t appoint relatives who don’t get...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jul 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
The Internet has made it easier than ever to do many things that we used to hire professionals to do, and one of the most popular options has been using an online form service to create a will. But when it comes to executing this important legal document, what you...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jul 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
A 2007 study by Princeton, Harvard and Federal Reserve researchers indicated that financial decision-making ability begins to decline in our mid-50s; however, many people have a difficult time discussing important financial matters with aging parents, even though they...