Your Parents Named You Trustee: Here’s What to Expect

Your parents called you aside. They said: ‘We’ve named you trustee of our trust.’ You smiled. You said thank you. You had no idea what that actually means. Now you’re worried. You’re... Read more »
How to Remove Your Name from a Parent’s Mortgage

How to Remove Your Name from a Parent’s Mortgage

If you’re a California resident who co-signed on a parent’s mortgage and now want your name removed, you’re facing a common but complex family and financial dilemma. This situation can affect your... Read more »

Naumov makes Olympic debut after losing parents in tragic crash – ESPN – California Legal Guide | CPT Law

California Legal Implications: Business Succession and Estate Planning in the Wake of Tragedy U.S. figure skater Maxim Naumov recently made an emotional Olympic debut, competing just a year after his parents, former... Read more »
Stefon Diggs, Cardi B, and High-Profile Family Planning: What California Parents Can Learn About Trusts, Support, and Privacy – California Legal Guide | CPT Law

Stefon Diggs, Cardi B, and High-Profile Family Planning: What California Parents Can Learn About Trusts, Support, and Privacy – California Legal Guide | CPT Law

California Legal Implications: Protecting Children Amidst Family Conflict and Public Scrutiny Recent tabloid reports surrounding celebrities Stefon Diggs and Cardi B, which detail significant spending amidst personal drama, offer an important, if... Read more »
7 Ways California Families Can Support Aging Parents Without Direct Financial Transfers: Expert Estate Planning Strategie

7 Ways California Families Can Support Aging Parents Without Direct Financial Transfers: Expert Estate Planning Strategie

Source: CNBC – I became a millionaire at age 27—here are 7 ways to help your parents ‘without literally giving them money’ Who This Guide Is For: California residents managing aging parents’... Read more »
Brooklyn Peltz Beckham says he does not want to reconcile with his parents | CNN

Brooklyn Peltz Beckham says he does not want to reconcile with his parents | CNN

Brooklyn Beckham’s Public Family Rift: What California Families Can Learn About Estate Planning and Family Protection For California Residents Navigating Complex Family Dynamics and Asset Protection When high-profile family disputes make headlines,... Read more »
Can a Child Inherit From a Parent’s Estate If They Were Unintentionally Omitted From the Will?

Can a Child Inherit From a Parent’s Estate If They Were Unintentionally Omitted From the Will?

To inherit a share of a parent’s estate as an omitted child, the child must show that the sole reason for omission was that the testator was unaware of the child’s birth.... Read more »
California’s New Guardianship Law: What Parents Need to Know About AB 495

California’s New Guardianship Law: What Parents Need to Know About AB 495

If you’re a parent in California who worries about what would happen to your children if you were suddenly unable to care for them—due to military deployment, serious illness, or an immigration... Read more »
Guide to Siblings’ Rights After a Parent’s Death

Guide to Siblings’ Rights After a Parent’s Death

When your parent passes away, you and your siblings may be left not only grappling with your profound loss, but also with the potentially divisive issue of which siblings get what.   Having... Read more »
What to Do When Someone Is Manipulating Elderly Parents

What to Do When Someone Is Manipulating Elderly Parents

Did you know that one of the most likely people to manipulate your elderly parent for financial gain is someone from your own family? The possibility of acquiring easy money can tempt... Read more »