There are several ways to execute estate planning documents when notarization is not an option due to COVID-19.

A Living Will only covers one phase of life (Health Care), whereas a Living Trust covers three distinct phases in relation to your assets.

When the time comes, having a power of attorney is a critical document to have. The power of attorney is among a handful of estate...

Once your child graduates from high school, it’s important to recognize that many things change from a legal standpoint, including the...

As an estate planning attorney, I am often asked (either by existing clients who are considering moving out of California, or by new...

With the variety of options available today, it’s natural to wonder whether you really need a lawyer to make a will or create a living...

Estate planning is a very personal process. If you’re childless, it’s actually much more important to have an estate plan than you might...

Estate planning is something new parents need to put at the top of their must do list. I know you may be sleep-deprived, overwhelmed, and...

When most people think of estate planning, they think about money or other assets. But we all have a much more important asset than...

What important estate planning documents does a person need? Estate planning attorneys (such as the author) are the best qualified to...

In 1976, California became the first state to pass laws enabling adults to record their wishes regarding end-of-life care and other...

Updating your estate plan after a divorce should be at the top of your must do list. Forbes’ recent article, “9 Things You Need To Know...

Just last week, I spoke with a client whose trust based estate plan I’d prepared ten years ago. His wife had recently passed away. The...

Your estate plan has a big impact on your finances and should be considered as important as your investment portfolio, says Wealth...

My Dad broke his hip two weeks ago. After he was admitted to the hospital, I had the difficult but important conversation with his...