Can an Administrator of an Estate Take Everything?

Can an Administrator of an Estate Take Everything?

An administrator of an estate cannot ever “take everything,” as they are legally obligated to distribute the estate to the decedent’s rightful heirs according to intestate succession laws, which are outlined in... Read more »
Estate of Martino: Rethinking Stepchild Inheritance Under Intestacy

Estate of Martino: Rethinking Stepchild Inheritance Under Intestacy

Monica Yun authored an article featured in the Daily Journal’s Top Estate and Wealth Management Lawyers 2025 supplement. Her article, “Estate of Martino: Rethinking Stepchild Inheritance Under Intestacy,” confirms that stepchildren and... Read more »
Estate of Martino: Rethinking Stepchild Inheritance Under Intestacy

Estate of Martino: Rethinking Stepchild Inheritance Under Intestacy

Monica Yun authored an article featured in the Daily Journal’s Top Estate and Wealth Management Lawyers 2025 supplement. Her article, “Estate of Martino: Rethinking Stepchild Inheritance Under Intestacy,” confirms that stepchildren and... Read more »
The Tony Bennett Estate Battle: Insights From a Probate Lawyer

The Tony Bennett Estate Battle: Insights From a Probate Lawyer

While the court documents filed in the Tony Bennett estate dispute offer some insight into the musical legend’s estate planning, limited information has been publicized, making it difficult to draw fully informed... Read more »
Estate of Williams Explained: What California Omitted Children Must Prove to Inherit Under the “Sole Reason” Rule

Estate of Williams Explained: What California Omitted Children Must Prove to Inherit Under the “Sole Reason” Rule

In Estate of Benjamin C. Williams (2024) 104 Cal.App.5th 374, the court reaffirmed the strict evidentiary burden placed on California omitted children seeking a share of a decedent’s estate under California Probate... Read more »
Does a Life Estate Override a Will?

Does a Life Estate Override a Will?

Yes, because Medi-Cal typically doesn’t regard a home as a recoverable asset if someone retains a life estate in it. It generally is shielded from Medi-Cal recovery, even if the applicant moves... Read more »
Who Will Inherit Gene Hackman’s Estate?

Who Will Inherit Gene Hackman’s Estate?

To illustrate the potential legal complexities surrounding Hackman’s estate, Keystone has compiled a timeline of key events that could play a role in potential disputes over his will or trust. September 1994... Read more »
What Is Left to Heirs of an Estate?

What Is Left to Heirs of an Estate?

Do you know who is considered an heir to an estate? Do you believe you’re an heir, or will be in the near future? If so, do you understand your rights as... Read more »
QUIZ: How Well Do You Remember The Big Real Estate Stories Of 2024?

QUIZ: How Well Do You Remember The Big Real Estate Stories Of 2024?

Whether it’s refining your business model, mastering new technologies, or discovering strategies to capitalize on the next market surge, Inman Connect New York will prepare you to take bold steps forward. The Next Chapter... Read more »
QUIZ: How Well Do You Remember The Big Real Estate Stories Of 2024?

The Real Estate Listings Inman’s Staff Couldn’t Stop Scrolling In 2024

Whether it’s refining your business model, mastering new technologies, or discovering strategies to capitalize on the next market surge, Inman Connect New York will prepare you to take bold steps forward. The Next Chapter... Read more »