When a loved one dies, the money and property included in their estate need to be distributed to their heirs. In many cases, the estate must go through the probate process in order for the assets to be properly distributed. The basic probate process requires completion of several steps in order to close probate and make those distributions, which can take a significant amount of time, depending on how probate is handled. However, with the help of one of our Sacramento probate lawyers, there may … [Read more...] about Sacramento Probate Lawyers Know How to Speed up the California Probate Process
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Basics of Estate Planning: Portability vs. Credit Shelter Trust
Portability can work well in some situations. But, there are many reasons setting up a credit shelter trust instead might be better in some situations. This article by my colleague and friend Steve Hartnett, an expert in estate planning, examines several reasons a credit shelter trust may result in a better outcome for the client. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about Basics of Estate Planning: Portability vs. Credit Shelter Trust
Estate Planning Lawyers Discuss Intestate Succession
One of the purposes of estate planning is to prepare for our deaths. One reason a probate lawyer needs to know about the probate code is to understand the laws of intestate succession. These laws determine who gets what if you die without a will. In general terms, if you die without a will in California, your assets will go to your closest relatives. Here is what our estate planning lawyers think you need to know about intestate succession. California's Laws of Intestate Succession If you … [Read more...] about Estate Planning Lawyers Discuss Intestate Succession
Sacramento Asset Protection Attorney on Best Strategies
Especially if you own a business or commercial property, asset protection can be a big concern for you. The possibility of legal claims and constant existence of creditors make it even more important to have an asset protection plan so that you don't run the risk of losing everything through some unexpected turn of events. There are different ways to legally protect your assets, including irrevocable trusts. Not every type of trust can accomplish proper asset protection. Let your asset … [Read more...] about Sacramento Asset Protection Attorney on Best Strategies
Sacramento Estate Planning Attorney Provides Basic Tips
As with many legal matters, estate planning attorneys have their fair share of horror stories from years of working with clients to create an estate plan. Whether its issues relating to property ownership or family disputes over a loved one's estate, problems in passing on an estate are very common. Unfortunately, most clients assume that their children or beneficiaries will be willing and civilized enough to work things out on their own. Consequently, many people believe they don't need to … [Read more...] about Sacramento Estate Planning Attorney Provides Basic Tips
Basics of Estate Planning: Portability
What is “portability” and how is it elected? This article by my friend and colleague Steve Hartnett, an estate planning expert, discusses these topics and explains some shortcuts that can be taken when filing a return only for portability. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about Basics of Estate Planning: Portability
What to Do if You Suspect Elder Abuse
Most people who have a loved one who is a resident of a nursing home are concerned they may be subjected to abuse or neglect. Unfortunately, we have all heard tragic stories about elderly patients in long-term care facilities being robbed, physically abused, or neglected. If you have a family member in a nursing home, you need to know about protecting them from abuse or mistreatment. Our elder law lawyers are here to listen to your concerns and give you some tips on how to protect them. What … [Read more...] about What to Do if You Suspect Elder Abuse
Trust Attorney Explains How to Manage Real Property
As a trustee, you may be required to distribute real property from a trust to a named beneficiary. These types of distributions often come with unique issues requiring certain considerations be made before that real property is actually distributed. We are here to discuss how a trustee should handle real property properly. What do the beneficiaries want to do with the property? Before a trustee can determine how to handle the real estate, they must first figure out what the beneficiaries want … [Read more...] about Trust Attorney Explains How to Manage Real Property
Amazon Bringing New Jobs to Sacramento
Great news! Amazon will be bringing 1,500 new full-time jobs to its fulfillment center in Sacramento. The new center is scheduled to open in 2017. This will be the 10th fulfillment center Amazon has brought to the state of California. The 855,000-square-foot facility is the third to be opened in Northern California, along with Tracy and Patterson. Amazon’s success is no doubt the result of tremendously successful business planning. Great opportunities in Sacramento New employees in … [Read more...] about Amazon Bringing New Jobs to Sacramento
Sacramento Trust Attorneys Discuss Trusts for Children
Trusts are great estate planning tools meant to protect your legacy for your family. However, not all trusts operate the same way, just as there are different types of trusts for different types of beneficiaries. Let our Sacramento trust attorneys explain some of the important considerations regarding trusts for children. Trusts for Children: The Basics When it comes to estate planning for the benefit of children, parents can use trusts to easily and precisely plan for when and how their … [Read more...] about Sacramento Trust Attorneys Discuss Trusts for Children
