San Mateo California Estate Planning Law Blog
Do you need a lawyer to help draft a will or trust?
A will or trust is an important way for you to protect your assets once you have passed and to ensure that they go to the people you wish to pass them on to. Unfortunately, we have seen that many people in California will sometimes seek to question the legitimacy of a...
read moreWhat is the difference between a will and a trust?
Whether you are coming to your later years in life or you are just seeking to look out for your loved ones in case something unexpected happens, a will or trust is a way that many people in California are able to ensure that their postmortem wishes are enacted with...
read moreWhy mediation may be the best option in a probate dispute
At Cohen Law Office, P.C., in California, we understand the importance of communication between all parties when they are engaged in heated probate disputes. If you find yourself in this situation, you may worry that you and other beneficiaries have too many conflicts...
read moreHow to minimize the tax impact on loved ones when you die
Estate planning in California requires the person to think about all their property and assets before they die. The person carefully chooses who they wish to inherit a certain property whether a home or prized piece of jewelry. After they die, the heir may have to pay...
read moreAre you taking steps to avoid an inheritance fight?
As you start to craft your estate plan in California, you should anticipate potential arguments from your beneficiaries. No matter how well your loved ones get along, there is nothing like the contents of a will to bring out the worst in people. AARP has anticipated a...
read moreWhat can void a prenuptial agreement?
Having a prenuptial agreement is often a good thing when you decide to file for divorce in California. This agreement helps to simplify the process of dividing assets. It also offers you some protection. You can ensure you walk away from the marriage with your fair...
read moreWhat makes a legal living trust?
One of the worst things that can happen with your estate after your death is for a court to declare something invalid. That is why you have to be sure every aspect of your estate plan is airtight and legally sound. While you may have many different parts to your plan,...
read moreRead this before you litigate a trust
Your parent recently died and left behind a trust in order to provide for you, your siblings and your stepsiblings. Although you feel gratitude for your parent’s generosity and forethought, the document is not what you expected. In fact, something seems downright...
read moreHow can a living trust protect your children?
Residents of all ages in California can benefit from an estate plan, but the process may be more complicated than you realize. There are many choices and different routes you can take to protect your estate and make sure it gets to the appropriate heirs at the desired...
read moreHow can I prevent issues with my estate?
When creating your estate plan, it’s important to take the proper precautions to avoid common errors. Even seemingly small mistakes can result in your estate ending up in probate court, which costs money and time. To avoid possible disputes, Forbes offers the...
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