DIFFERENT TYPES OF CONSERVATORSHIP IN CALIFORNIA The probate process in California starts after someone dies. Depending on the size of the estate, the process of probating an estate can be surprisingly quick and simple to complete. For larger estates, probate may be lengthy and more complex. Here's what you need to know to start the probate process in California. By Sandra McCarthy|2023-09-26T13:00:27-07:00September 26th, 2023|conservatorship|0 Comments Read More
What’s Conservatorship of the Estate vs. Conservatorship of the Person? When setting up a conservatorship, one of the top questions people have is often, "What is conservatorship of the estate vs. conservatorship of the person?" By Sandra McCarthy|2023-09-06T12:14:22-07:00September 14th, 2022|California Courts, Probate|0 Comments Read More
How to File for Divorce in Ventura County, CA We have created this article to give you the best, easiest, and most reliable way you can file for divorce in Ventura county, California. By Sandra McCarthy|2023-07-28T10:42:19-07:00September 12th, 2022|California Courts, Divorce, Family Law|2 Comments Read More
Understanding Federal Estate and Gift Tax Rates in California The federal gift tax is a tax by the government that applies to either assets left by a decedent at their death or assets given by an individual during their lifetime. In essence, whether you give your assets away while you are still living, or give them away when you die, they are subject to a tax. Gift tax applies to lifetime gifts; estate tax applies to assets left at death. Read on to learn about the federal estate and gift tax and how it may affect your estate. By Sandra McCarthy|2023-06-06T08:00:51-07:00September 12th, 2022|Estate Planning, Probate|0 Comments Read More
What Is a Conservatorship Checking Account? What is a conservatorship checking account? How can you use one? In this article, we’ll discuss conservatorship checking accounts in detail. By Sandra McCarthy|2023-05-12T06:39:03-07:00September 9th, 2022|California Courts, Family Law, Probate|0 Comments Read More
Conservatorship vs. Power of Attorney in California When comparing conservatorship vs. power of attorney in California, which one is better? And under what circumstances? By Sandra McCarthy|2023-05-12T06:39:11-07:00September 7th, 2022|California Courts, Probate|8 Comments Read More
How to Buy and Sell Probate Real Estate in California In this article, we review how to probate real estate in California for informational purposes and can help you decide if you need a probate attorney's help. By Sandra McCarthy|2023-05-12T06:39:27-07:00August 30th, 2022|California Courts, Estate Planning, Probate|0 Comments Read More
What Is a Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare in California? This article helps you understand how a durable power of attorney for healthcare works and how to establish one. By Sandra McCarthy|2023-05-12T06:39:36-07:00August 28th, 2022|California Courts|0 Comments Read More
Do I Need a Probate Lawyer in California? Wondering, "Do I need a probate lawyer in California to make my life easier?" The answer is sometimes "yes," but it really depends on your case. By Sandra McCarthy|2023-05-12T06:39:45-07:00August 24th, 2022|California Courts, Estate Planning, Probate|4 Comments Read More
How to Get an Emergency Conservatorship in California This post explains how to get an emergency conservatorship in California as well as why an emergency conservatorship isn't a permanent solution. By Sandra McCarthy|2023-05-12T06:40:16-07:00August 22nd, 2022|California Courts, Family Law, Probate|0 Comments Read More