Does a Will Have to be Probated in California? What Constitutes a Will? The contents of a typical [...]By Sandra McCarthy|June 7th, 2015|Categories: Estate Planning|Comments Off on Does a Will Have to be Probated in California?Read More
Elder Abuse, Caregiver Theft, Fraud, and Financial Crimes Against the Dependent [...]By Sandra McCarthy|March 22nd, 2015|Categories: Estate Planning|Comments Off on Elder Abuse, Caregiver Theft, Fraud, and Financial Crimes Against the DependentRead More
The Basics of a Limited ConservatorshipA limited conservatorship in California is when a court has [...]By Sandra McCarthy|November 24th, 2014|Categories: Estate Planning, Probate|Comments Off on The Basics of a Limited ConservatorshipRead More
Disinheriting a Family MemberThere are several reasons a person could feel a need [...]By Sandra McCarthy|September 5th, 2014|Categories: Estate Planning|Comments Off on Disinheriting a Family MemberRead More
No Contest Clause in California WillsA will is meant to be the last word on [...]By Sandra McCarthy|August 29th, 2014|Categories: Estate Planning|Comments Off on No Contest Clause in California WillsRead More
Who Can Contest a Will in California?You can contest a will in California based on the [...]By Sandra McCarthy|August 8th, 2014|Categories: Estate Planning|6 CommentsRead More
Conservatorships in CaliforniaIf you have an elderly family member, you may be [...]By Sandra McCarthy|July 18th, 2014|Categories: Estate Planning|Comments Off on Conservatorships in CaliforniaRead More
How to Make a Will in California: Types & RequirementsOne of the most basic forms of estate planning is [...]By Sandra McCarthy|June 2nd, 2014|Categories: Estate Planning, California Courts, Probate|Comments Off on How to Make a Will in California: Types & RequirementsRead More
How to File a California Spousal Property PetitionA California spousal property petition can transfer community and separate property to a spouse after death. If assets are not in the name of both parties, the court may need to confirm a spouse's right to the decedent's interest. A California spousal property petition will establish this spousal interest.By Sandra McCarthy|April 19th, 2014|Categories: Probate, Estate Planning|Comments Off on How to File a California Spousal Property PetitionRead More