What is a Probate Litigation Attorney and Why Would You Need One?
Probate is a process overseen by a court to confirm the legitimacy of a will. Probate litigation can occur if the will is challenged, or beneficiaries believe the executor isn’t meeting their obligations. Other common causes of probate litigation include... Read More →
What Happens to Fido When I Die?
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CategoriesTrust Administration
Those of us who have pets know the joy of their unconditional love and how they enrich our lives. Many of us treat our pets as part of the family. But in the eyes of the law, pets are considered... Read More →
4 Tips for Smooth Trust Asset Allocation and Distribution
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CategoriesTrust Administration
Trust administration in Sonoma County is a complex process involving numerous tasks. Trustees should consider the needs and expectations of beneficiaries when making important decisions regarding the management of trust assets. If you manage a trust, you may be under... Read More →
What Does a Probate Lawyer Do?
When a person passes on, their assets must be distributed according to the state laws and the instructions laid out in their will. Throughout the probate process, a probate lawyer helps the executor of the will with various tasks such... Read More →
Estate Planning Questions to Consider for Couples with an Age Gap
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Estate planning is important for couples, particularly for couples with age gaps. A bulletproof estate plan can help you reduce your tax liability, preserve your family’s wealth, and protect the interests of your partner and loved ones. Before you start... Read More →
5 Ways to Reduce the Risk of Probate Litigation
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CategoriesProbate
Probate is the process of validating the will of a deceased testator. Probate litigation occurs when a beneficiary files a lawsuit against an executor or administrator or when the owner of an estate does not have a will in place.... Read More →
4 Things a Probate Litigation Attorney Can Do for You
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CategoriesProbate
Probate is a court-supervised process carried out to validate a will. Probate litigation can occur if a will is contested or the beneficiaries feel that the executor is not fulfilling their fiduciary duty. Some other common reasons for probate litigation... Read More →
Trust Administration Doesn’t Have to Be Daunting
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CategoriesTrust Administration
Trust administration in Santa Rosa involves managing the assets held under a trust and eventually transferring them to the beneficiaries. Many people think courts supervise trust administration, but this is not the case. The trust administrator, that is, the person... Read More →
5 Steps in the Trust Administration Process
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CategoriesTrust Administration
Administering a trust is a huge responsibility. Trust administrators have much on their plate and can often be overwhelmed by their to-do lists. It is no wonder that so many trust administrators make trust administration mistakes that expose them to... Read More →
How to Find the Right Probate Lawyer?
The courts are the next step in the inheritance process when an estate owner dies without a will or last testament. Getting the estate settled is a complex matter that can be very time-consuming and can prove challenging for many... Read More →