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
How to Create Your Own Estate Planning Flowchart in 7 Easy Steps By Sandra McCarthy|November 3rd, 2021|Estate Planning, Probate| Do you ever procrastinate? Everyone has at some time or another, and estate planning is no exception in this regard. However, estate planning is one of those tasks that you shouldn't put off for long. Estate planning has significant benefits if you become incapacitated or die unexpectedly, leaving behind potential heirs. An estate planning [...] Read More 0
What Is the Purpose of Making an Estate Plan in California? By Sandra McCarthy|October 18th, 2021|Estate Planning| Many people fear planning for the future. It's hard to blame them; no one likes considering their own mortality. Plus, planning your estate is seen by many as an unnecessary chore. What is the purpose of making an estate plan, anyway? The truth is, as a responsible person, you probably make adequate preparations regarding [...] Read More 0
What Is Fair in a Second Marriage and Estate Planning? By Sandra McCarthy|October 13th, 2021|Estate Planning, Probate| Multiple marriages are often a fact of life. According to the U.S. census bureau, 42 million Americans have been in more than one marriage. Divorce and the death of a spouse are the leading factors contributing to the end of marriages in the United States. A new marriage is considered a fresh start for many, [...] Read More 0
Estate Planning Solutions: Your Complete Guide By Sandra McCarthy|October 11th, 2021|Estate Planning| Bestselling author Jen Lancaster said, “There’s nothing fun about stuff like estate planning, getting mammograms, or talking to a guy about long-term disability insurance, but do it anyway. Trust me, the stress of not having done the above is prematurely aging.” She makes a good point here. While estate planning may not be fun, [...] Read More 0
The Basics of Estate Planning and Administration By Sandra McCarthy|September 29th, 2021|Estate Planning, Probate| According to author Henrietta Newton Martin, "To curtail complications and help in the procedure of devolution of assets after death, a will has to be well prepared and written.” It is with this quote in mind that we aim to demystify the often confusing concepts of estate planning and administration. Whether you're planning your [...] Read More 0
Start Planning with Our Easy California Estate Planning Questionnaire By Sandra McCarthy|August 25th, 2021|Estate Planning| Everyone needs an estate plan. It doesn’t matter if you have few estate assets, are living your best life in your 20s, or don’t have close ties with your family members. Estate planning allows you to prepare for unexpected events and ensures the right people or organizations inherit your personal property at your time [...] Read More 0
Uniform Probate Code: A Helpful Beginner’s Guide By Sandra McCarthy|August 11th, 2021|Probate| Uniform Probate Code: A Helpful Beginner's Guide California isn't a uniform probate code state. However, there are many other states that follow this code, which regulates how probate works. Whether or not you live in a UPC state can affect any probate process you’re tied up in, as well as your own estate planning. [...] Read More 0
Types of Guardianship for Minors in California By Sandra McCarthy|March 30th, 2021|Family Law| When establishing guardianship for minors in California, it is important to understand the different options available and how each affects the legal rights of all parties. Read on to learn more about informal and legal guardianship, how to obtain each, and how A People's Choice can help. Read More 241
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
Temporary Guardianship in California: Options for Minor Children By Sandra McCarthy|March 16th, 2021|Family Law| Are you considering your options for temporary guardianship of a minor child in California? Here are just a few of the options available to you. Once you've decided which route to take, be sure to contact A People's Choice for assistance completing and filing your legal documents! Read More 42
California Living Trust Checklist By Sandra McCarthy|March 4th, 2021|Estate Planning| With our living trust preparation checklist, a DIY trust is possible! Plus, by working with a registered legal document assistant such as A People's Choice, you can avoid high attorney's fees for help drafting your trust. Read on for our complete California living trust checklist and to learn more about the necessary actions that come along with writing a trust. Read More 6
What We Can Learn About Estate Planning from Sean Connery’ Death By Sandra McCarthy|March 2nd, 2021|Estate Planning| One of the more high-profile deaths we had in 2020 was of Sir Sean Connery, who died peacefully on October 31, 2020, in his home in the Bahamas at 90 years old. Connery had a prolific, multi-decade acting career, but he was probably best known for his role as James Bond. He was the [...] Read More Comments Off on What We Can Learn About Estate Planning from Sean Connery’ Death
Advance Healthcare Directive By vitalinbound|March 1st, 2021| California Advance Healthcare Directive Create your advance healthcare directive today State your desires about your healthcare in any situation in which you are unable to make your own decisions and choose who may speak on your behalf. The agent you name in your healthcare directive has the power to: Give [...] Read More Comments Off on Advance Healthcare Directive
Last Will By vitalinbound|March 1st, 2021| California Last Will Estate Plan Choose who gets your property and who will care for your children Save up to $200 on document preparation with our will package. Your last will defines: Who receives your possessions when you pass away Who cares for your minor children if you are unable [...] Read More Comments Off on Last Will
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What Is A California Legal Document Assistant? By Sandra McCarthy|February 7th, 2021| California Legal Document Assistant vs. Paralegal What is a Legal Document Assistant (LDA)? On September 30, 1998 former Governor Pete Wilson signed California State Senate Bill SB1761, regulating the legal document preparation profession in the State of California, and creating a new formal title, Legal Document Assistant. Today, the legal document assistant profession [...] Read More 0
How to Obtain Conservatorship in California By Sandra McCarthy|December 2nd, 2020|Probate| One of the first steps of obtaining conservatorship in California is understanding the process. Then, you must complete complicated petition documents. Need help with this step? Be sure to contact A People's Choice for low cost, attorney-free assistance. Read More 44
Child Custody and Support in Military Divorce By Sandra McCarthy|October 14th, 2020|Divorce| Military divorce is often complicated by one spouse's potential deployment and active duty status. Read on to learn how military service impacts child custody and support orders during divorce. Then, discover free resources to help your military divorce run smoothly. Read More Comments Off on Child Custody and Support in Military Divorce
Our California Estate Planning Services By Sandra McCarthy|October 4th, 2020| California Estate Planning Documents: Living Trust, Will, Directive and Other Estate Planning Services Planning for your estate with properly prepared estate planning documents is important for everyone, from the single mother with a young child, to the mature couple who have the opportunity to enjoy life a little more leisurely. Start My Estate Plan [...] Read More 0