How to File for Conservatorship in Mendocino County, CA By Sandra McCarthy|June 22nd, 2022|California Courts, Family Law, Probate| If you've wondered how you can help an ailing loved one, a conservatorship may be the answer. Conservatorships can give you the legal power to provide arranged medical care, make financial decisions, and even create recreational opportunities for someone who can't care for themselves. If that person lives in Mendocino, Fort Bragg, Redwood Valley, [...] Read More 0
How to File for Conservatorship in Lake County, CA By Sandra McCarthy|April 27th, 2022|California Courts, Family Law, Probate| Do you need help learning how to file for conservatorship in Lake County, California? Obtaining a conservatorship can be a lengthy process, but it's well worth it to protect your loved one who needs help. For disabled persons, those suffering from mental illness, or others who simply can't manage their daily tasks, a conservatorship can [...] Read More 0
SLAT Estate Planning: A Great Option for Large Estates By Sandra McCarthy|January 17th, 2022|California Courts, Estate Planning, Probate| There are many estate planning strategies out there, but which one is best? To be honest, it really depends on your situation. While most real estate strategies are designed to grow and successfully transfer assets, some are meant to look even further ahead to future generations. One of the latter, spousal lifetime access trust (SLAT) [...] Read More 0
How to Fight a Conservatorship in California By Sandra McCarthy|January 3rd, 2022|Probate| Conservators have a key role in ensuring that incapacitated adults lead meaningful lives. At times, however, someone may want to fight a conservatorship. Relatives or close family to the conservatee may not like how the conservator cares for them. Similarly, the conservatee themselves may want to change or remove a conservatorship (see the famous example [...] Read More 6
What Is a Joint Managing Conservatorship in California? By Sandra McCarthy|December 29th, 2021|Probate| Conservatorship in California can be a confusing topic. To make things more complex, there are quite a few different types of conservatorships, and their definitions can vary from state to state. One of these—one that seems to invite more confusion than others—is the joint managing conservatorship. If you think a joint managing conservatorship might be [...] Read More 2
What Is a Sole Managing Conservatorship in California? By Sandra McCarthy|December 22nd, 2021|Probate| From Joni Mitchell to Britney Spears, conservatorships spend quite a bit of time in the spotlight. However, there is more than one type of conservatorship. So, if you're in the position of having to seek out conservatorship options, you may well wonder: What is a sole managing conservatorship in California? There is a lot of [...] Read More 0
Conservatorship of a Minor in California: Everything You Need to Know By Sandra McCarthy|December 16th, 2021|Probate| Life isn't perfect. That's why sometimes, someone may need extra help and require another person to lend a hand. And sometimes, that person is a minor. In some states, that's where the conservatorship of a minor comes in. In California, when an adult is subjected to protective care following incapacitation, we call it "conservatorship." But [...] Read More 0
Single Member LLC Operating Agreement Filing Instructions for Newbies By Sandra McCarthy|December 15th, 2021|Business| If you're starting your own LLC, first of all, congratulations! This is a step towards your financial and business freedom. To make those dreams come true, you're going to need a single member LLC operating agreement. Yes, you read that right. A single member LLC operating agreement has significant benefits just like multi-member LLCs, and [...] Read More 0
The 7 Most Common Estate Planning Questions Answered By Sandra McCarthy|December 6th, 2021|Estate Planning| Do you have an estate plan? If you don't and you're in the US, you're one of the more than half of Americans who doesn't have a will. However, this isn't something you want to sweep under the rug. You should prioritize drafting an estate plan for your personal assets. And when you do, [...] Read More 0
Sales of Real Property in Probate: What You Need to Know By Sandra McCarthy|October 20th, 2021|Probate| Probate administration can be stressful, costly, and generally not fun. It comes when people are already grieved over losing a loved one, and it can involve jumping through a lot of administrative hoops. Therefore, when people are planning the proper distribution of their assets in their estate plans, they often try their best to [...] Read More 0
How Can I Have an Amicable Divorce in California? By Sandra McCarthy|August 23rd, 2021|Divorce| Divorce is not fun. Married couples seeking a dissolution of their marriage often must undergo an agonizing and lengthy legal process. However, it does not have to be that way. Luckily, there comes a less painful and complicated alternative—the amicable divorce. Many people wonder how an amicable divorce is even possible. For one, it [...] Read More 0
What If the Executor Does Not Probate the Will in California? By Sandra McCarthy|August 9th, 2021|California Courts, Estate Planning, Probate| Most of us have no idea when we’re going to die. To live life to the fullest during the time they have, some people choose to spend their resources lavishly and give no thought to what will happen when they’re gone. However, the same thing cannot be said of examples of people who [...] Read More 0
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
Definitive Explanation for California Probate Court By Sandra McCarthy|May 5th, 2021|Probate| The loss of a loved one brings immense grief and pain to family, friends, and relatives. At this difficult time, the last thing anybody wants to think about is what assets and debts a loved one left behind. However, it is very useful to go to court and complete this pertinent task through probate [...] Read More 0
How to Obtain a Move Away Order California By Sandra McCarthy|April 4th, 2021|Family Law| Non-custodial parent issues involving a move away order in California usually arise when a parent wants to move out-of-state due to a new job opportunity, or if he/she is getting remarried. When one parent wants or needs to relocate and to move away with their child, they usually need to get the consent [...] Read More 71
What is a Living Trust and How to Easily Set It Up in California By Sandra McCarthy|February 3rd, 2021| A living trust allows a person to put their property under the control of a trustee who holds legal title to the property on behalf of a beneficiary. Many individuals choose to create a living trust so their estate can avoid probate upon their death. However, in some cases, a trust may not provide adequate legal protection. If you're wondering if a living trust is right for you, read on to learn more. Read More 0
Adele and Ex-Husband Simon Konecki Reach Divorce Settlement in California Nearly Two Years After Split By Sandra McCarthy|February 3rd, 2021|Divorce| Adele is famous for delivering heart-wrenching ballads and power anthems about the highs and lows of romantic relationships. However, outside her music career, the Grammy-winning superstar was much more private about her romantic life. That included her divorce to ex-husband Simon Konecki. According to press sources, Adele and Konecki were married for seven years [...] Read More Comments Off on Adele and Ex-Husband Simon Konecki Reach Divorce Settlement in California Nearly Two Years After Split
Divorce Advice for Men Fighting for Custody By Sandra McCarthy|October 11th, 2020|Divorce, Family Law| Divorce is not easy for men OR women; however, battling for child custody can be even more difficult for fathers. For example, many people automatically assume a mother will be granted sole physical custody of their child after a divorce. As a result, it's important for men to learn how to increase their chances of acquiring custody, granted that it is in the child's best interest. Read More Comments Off on Divorce Advice for Men Fighting for Custody
What is a Date of Separation and Why is it Important? By Sandra McCarthy|October 1st, 2020|Divorce, Family Law| The date of separation in California divorce is more than a concrete representation of the end of a marriage. In fact, this date is an integral part in determining community and personal property as well as spousal support. Read on to learn how the courts determine the date of separation and what it really means. Read More 38
Key Points to Include in Your Separation Agreement By Sandra McCarthy|September 20th, 2020|Divorce| If you're involved in an uncontested divorce in California, you may be able to finalize your divorce without hiring an expensive attorney OR appearing in court! Plus, you have the power to begin drafting a separation agreement right NOW! After determining your plans for the key issues listed in this article, contact A People's Choice for help completing and filing your agreement to reach a final judgment quickly and easily. Read More Comments Off on Key Points to Include in Your Separation Agreement