No, a will usually doesn’t override a joint tenancy deed, since a will is subject to probate, but a joint tenancy deed is not. When assets are held in joint tenancy, the... Read more »
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 »
Yes and no. In community property states like California, a spouse is only entitled to dispose of their 50% share of the community property in their will. If they dispose of more... Read more »
It’s not uncommon for a conservatorship to serve many of the same purposes as a power of attorney, which is why it’s easy to get confused about which of these legal arrangements... Read more »
Executors play a crucial role in probate cases, appointed to transfer assets to the rightful beneficiaries. While most executors perform their duties well, some fail, causing serious issues for beneficiaries. In this... Read more »
Trust and Will are both ways to distribute an estate after death. A Will is a legal document that describes who will inherit the assets, while a Trust involves transferring your assets... Read more »
Navigating probate cases in Northern California can be challenging, especially when a new will emerges. The first question that comes to mind in this type of situation is does a new will... Read more »