Digital Assets Estate Planning: What You Need to Know By Sandra McCarthy|November 8th, 2021|Estate Planning| We can't overemphasize the importance of having an estate plan. And while estate planning is as old as personal assets, with the growth of technology over decades past, there’s so much more to talk about. Instead of just giving away your house and car, you now have to consider digital assets estate planning. When [...] Read More 0
Divorce Decree vs. Divorce Certificate: What’s the Difference? By Sandra McCarthy|November 1st, 2021|Divorce| No one really likes paperwork, but it's part of a lot of the important processes of life. This includes divorce. Once you make up your mind to file for divorce, you’ll encounter different types of documents before, during, and after the completion of the divorce process. Arguably the most important of such documents is [...] Read More 0
Is a Los Angeles Conservatorship Attorney Necessary? By Sandra McCarthy|August 30th, 2021|Probate| Setting up or maintaining a conservatorship (or any sort of legal care for an adult) isn't easy. If you think that a conservatorship might be needed for a loved one who needs help, you might be wondering if a Los Angeles conservatorship attorney can assist you. After all, they're the experts, right? We've got [...] Read More 0
How Long Does Probate Take in California? By Sandra McCarthy|August 4th, 2021|Estate Planning, Probate| If you know anyone who has gone through the California probate process, then you may have noticed that it can take some time. The real question is, how long does probate take in California? The answer is, inconveniently, that it depends. The duration of probate is contingent upon several factors, including the estate’s complexity, the [...] Read More 2
What is a Probate Lawyer and Why You Don’t Need One to File Probate By Sandra McCarthy|August 2nd, 2021|Probate| It is very hard to deal with the loss of a loved one. There are many memories and emotions to process right after they are laid to rest. In the midst of all that, the last thing anybody wants is to have to encounter the stress of the probate process. In some cases, a [...] Read More 2
Everything About Uncontested Divorce California Wants You to Know By Sandra McCarthy|July 19th, 2021|Divorce| If you’re looking for a divorce in California, it usually goes one of two ways: contested divorce or uncontested divorce. If you’re getting an uncontested divorce California can process it fairly quickly. A contested divorce, on the other hand, can take a long time to move through the system. So, what’s the difference? A [...] Read More 0
How Can I Find Pro Bono Divorce Lawyers in California? By Sandra McCarthy|June 14th, 2021|Divorce| You've probably heard the phrase "pro bono" before, but do you know where it comes from? Pro bono derives from the Latin expression pro bono publico, which means "for the good of the public." The term is most often linked to professionals providing a service at a lowered cost or free of charge. That's [...] Read More 24
How to Find Probate Records Online – Find Your Records Quickly By Sandra McCarthy|May 21st, 2021|Probate| How to Find Probate Records Online? Is it Possible? If you know anyone who has been mired in a probate case, you may have heard them talk about the horrors of probate. Probate gets a bad rep because of how expensive and time-consuming it can get, but it has existed in America since 1784, [...] Read More 0
Best Ways to File for California Divorce Online By Sandra McCarthy|April 5th, 2021|Divorce| Filing for California divorce online can seem like an appealing alternative to dressing up and going to file a legal form in court. It's usually the best option for people who don't want to spend a lot of money but also want to have the divorce processed within the shortest period of time. Filing [...] Read More 4
How to Obtain a Divorce Certificate in California By Sandra McCarthy|March 26th, 2021|Divorce| Every divorce story is unique. Maybe you'd been married for a year, or perhaps your marriage lasted for several decades. Perhaps you have children, or maybe you only have pets. Maybe you’re heartbroken, or maybe you’re relieved—or perhaps you feel a bit of both. However you got here, you’ve now found yourself in a situation [...] Read More 5
Inside Kristin Cavallari and Jay Cutler’s Divorce By Sandra McCarthy|March 15th, 2021|Divorce| Reality TV star Kristin Cavallari and ex-NFL quarterback Jay Cutler were considered #CoupleGoals by fans of their hit show Very Cavallari. The attractive pair had everything going for them: three beautiful kids, a nice house, budding careers in entertainment, and a loving marriage—or at least the appearance of one. News of their decision to [...] Read More Comments Off on Inside Kristin Cavallari and Jay Cutler’s Divorce
How to Find Divorce Records in California By Sandra McCarthy|March 3rd, 2021|Divorce| We’ve all heard of the statistic “50% of all marriages end in divorce.” It perfectly illustrates just how common divorce is in America. The good news is that that statistic is from the 80s, and things have gotten much better since then. Divorce rates for most age groups have dropped over the past 30 years, [...] Read More Comments Off on How to Find Divorce Records in California
Are Divorce Records Public in California? By Sandra McCarthy|February 26th, 2021|Divorce| Divorced couples in California may wonder: are divorce records public? After all, many people value their privacy, and divorce is often a messy topic. The short answer is yes: divorce records are public in California. This means anyone can obtain a copy of your divorce decree. This can be a nightmare for people who [...] Read More Comments Off on Are Divorce Records Public in California?
Intestate Succession in California: What Happens When There’s No Will? By Sandra McCarthy|February 11th, 2021|Succession, California Courts| Intestate succession in California is a critical legal process that comes into play when an individual passes away without a valid will. Governed by specific state statutes, these laws dictate the distribution of a decedent's property to surviving heirs. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of how California's intestate succession laws function, outlining the [...] Read More 51
Get a Cheap Divorce in California By Sandra McCarthy|February 5th, 2021|Divorce, Family Law| Cheap California divorce options DO exist - they can just be a bit difficult to navigate! In this article, we explore the pros and cons of the top three most popular cheap divorce options in California and explain how you can avoid paying statutory attorney's fees for your divorce. Read More 10
How to Prepare for National Adoption Day 2021 in California By Sandra McCarthy|January 24th, 2021|Adoption| “No matter how they arrive in the family, an adopted child is a child of the parents who adopted them.” HealthyChildren.org There are countless heartwarming scenes from adoption courts all over the country with new families literally jumping for joy. National Adoption Day celebrates these families every year on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. This year's [...] Read More Comments Off on How to Prepare for National Adoption Day 2021 in California
“Real Housewives” Star Erika Jayne and Tom Girardi: A Case Study in Divorce Asset Division By Sandra McCarthy|January 23rd, 2021|Divorce| Erika Jayne, a star of Bravo’s The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, stunned her fans on November 3, 2020, by announcing the end of her 21-year marriage to attorney Tom Girardi, citing “irreconcilable differences.” Jayne made the announcement as news of a barrage of lawsuits filed against Girardi and his law firm, Girardi Keese, [...] Read More Comments Off on “Real Housewives” Star Erika Jayne and Tom Girardi: A Case Study in Divorce Asset Division
The Pre-Divorce Checklist: How to Prepare for Divorce in California By Sandra McCarthy|January 21st, 2021|Divorce| You never thought the dire divorce statistics in the US would ever include you, right? Even if it seems like a nightmare, don’t wait too long to get started on your divorce planning. Your soon-to-be-ex is likely already laying a plan to get the most they can from a settlement, and you don’t want [...] Read More Comments Off on The Pre-Divorce Checklist: How to Prepare for Divorce in California
Changing Title on a House – How to Do it Right By Sandra McCarthy|December 28th, 2020|Estate Planning| If you need to change the title on a house, be confident you have handled all steps in the process correctly. It's always best to hire a professional to prepare a deed or other title transfer. Otherwise, with an improper deed, you might not have the ownership rights you believe you have. Worst yet, you might retain ownership responsibilities you think you no longer should have. Read More 51
How to Get an Affordable Divorce in California By Sandra McCarthy|November 22nd, 2020|Divorce| The best option for an affordable divorce is to hire someone with up-to-date expert knowledge on court documents and legal paperwork. That person is a legal document assistant, who holds a certificate verifying their extensive professional knowledge of California legal documents. Legal document assistants do not charge exorbitant hourly rates or bill you for every minute that any employee in their office devotes to your case. Read More Comments Off on How to Get an Affordable Divorce in California