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Going through a divorce can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to dividing property. To guarantee fairness and protect both parties' interests, California law has a solution: Automatic Temporary Restraining Orders (ATROs). These orders are issued when a divorce...
A will is a legal document that takes effect after someone dies. The testator who creates a will can leave instructions for the support of their family members. They can also provide inheritances to specific people allocating their assets to their chosen...
The surviving family members and other loved ones of someone who has died usually want to uphold their last wishes. They often review estate planning documents carefully and do their best to follow the instructions that the deceased individual provided. The will or...
People preparing for divorce often need to think carefully about their finances. Community property rules in California can leave much of someone's personal wealth at risk during a divorce. Their future income could also be subject to court-ordered obligations....
In recent decades, virtual visitation has become an increasingly dynamic tool that many co-parents use to stay connected with their children when they are residing with their other parent. Yet, not all virtual visitation arrangements are created equal. Working to...
Estate planning is often a vulnerable process. People have to consider very unpleasant scenarios, including their death. Too many people stop at planning for their eventual demise and do not address scenarios in which they might be legally vulnerable. A medical...
Both those planning an estate and those hoping to inherit from one might have questions about taxes. Many people have heard at least topical information about estate taxes, which some people refer to as death taxes. There are potentially other taxes that could apply...
Creating an estate plan is a task that every adult should undertake. There’s more to the estate planning process than just writing out a list of assets and naming who to give them to. For example, for some people, setting up trusts is a way to pass down assets in a...
Filing for divorce is a significant life event that often occurs only after much consideration and emotional turmoil. Being prepared, when possible, is crucial if you are facing the possibility of ending your marriage. This preparation involves understanding the legal...
Every person engaged in estate planning has their own priorities and needs. However, the creation of testamentary documents to establish a legacy and protection for one's dependent family members is a cornerstone of the modern estate planning process. Individuals with...
