San Mateo California Estate Planning Law Blog
The benefits of probate mediation in California
There are many disputes regarding trusts and estates that can occur following someone's passing. Unfortunately, families do not always agree on how to divide their assets. In cases like this, mediation may be a preferred solution instead of going to court. We have a...
What differentiates wills and estate planning?
Although you may use these two terms interchangeably, their processes are entirely different. However, they do have some similarities. A will guides your kin on how to manage your property once you are dead. On the other hand, estate planning gives them instructions...
Is this a good time to update your estate plan?
Are you a California resident with an estate plan? If you have not updated it in several years, you may be wondering if now is the time to do so. Today we will look at some of the most common reasons people change or update their estate plan. However, know that you do...
Is it possible to sue a trust?
Trusts are legal entities, similar to individual people and corporations. Therefore, you may be able to sue a trust for certain reasons — just as you would a company or a person. However, you would probably want to examine the specific rules for California before...
What are some estate planning concerns for widows?
Women have some special needs when it comes to estate planning. It is common for women to live longer and therefore outlive a spouse. Because of this, the bulk of the marital estate is usually left in her hands. This means that what she does with her estate plan...
When an ex makes threats during a heated divorce
Sometimes, working through a divorce is relatively straightforward and free of drama. In other instances, however, divorce is very contentious, and multiple problems arise for those bringing their marriage to a close. For example, some people find themselves dealing...
Is this a good time to update your estate plan?
Are you a California resident with an estate plan? If you have not updated it in several years, you may be wondering if now is the time to do so. Today we will look at some of the most common reasons people change or update their estate plan. However, know that you do...
What are grounds for divorce in California?
If you have reached the point where considering the dissolution of your marriage in San Mateo has become an option, then you should know that seeking a divorce is often slightly more complicated than many realize. While state lawmakers certainly do not intend for you...
Should I use an online DIY site for estate planning?
In today’s technological age, there is an app for anything. Estate planning in California is no exception. A quick search online can take you to a number of websites and apps that promise to help you create an estate plan. This allegedly wraps up all your financial...
Traveling during a divorce
The divorce process is different for everyone, and no two families are identical in terms of their financial circumstances and other key factors that can affect how the end of marriage plays out. Some people regularly travel for work, while others take vacations...
