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
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
Trust Package By vitalinbound|March 1st, 2021| California Living Trust Estate Plan Package Establish your living trust estate plan today Our all-inclusive estate planning document package provides you with peace of mind knowing all your bases are covered. A complete estate plan is a group of documents that defines: Who receives your possessions when you pass away [...] Read More Comments Off on Trust Package
Will Package By vitalinbound|March 1st, 2021| California Estate Plan Will Package Create your will today Save up to $200 on document preparation with our will package. These three documents define: Who receives your possessions when you pass away Who cares for your minor children if you are unable to Your end-of-life decisions and who can speak [...] Read More Comments Off on Will Package
‘Kimye’ No More: Kim Kardashian Officially Divorces Kanye in California By Sandra McCarthy|February 24th, 2021|Divorce| It’s official: Kim Kardashian West has filed for divorce from Kanye West after nearly seven years of marriage. A court clerk for the Los Angeles Superior Court confirmed the filing on Friday. A representative from Kim’s camp also verified the story. Kim, 40, and Kanye, 43, are both international celebrities in their own [...] Read More Comments Off on ‘Kimye’ No More: Kim Kardashian Officially Divorces Kanye in California
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California Estate Planning for Single Parents By Sandra McCarthy|February 6th, 2021|Estate Planning| Every parent worries about what will happen to his or her children after the parent dies, but single parents have double the worries. If you are married, the default option is that your children will stay with your spouse. They may remain living in the same house, and your spouse will most likely continue to work to take care of them financially. As horrible as it is to think about your spouse and children having to adjust to life without you, it is even scarier to think about your children’s future without you if you are a single parent. Therefore, it is important for single parents to get started on estate planning — even single parents who are young and healthy. Read More Comments Off on California Estate Planning for Single Parents
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
California Custody Laws: What You Need to Know By Sandra McCarthy|February 4th, 2021|Family Law| If you are in the process of getting a divorce in California and share children with your spouse, it's imperative that you become familiar with California custody laws. Read on to learn more about the different types of custody, how they compare, and what they mean for you. Read More Comments Off on California Custody Laws: What You Need to Know
Compare Using a Legal Document Preparer vs Hiring a Lawyer By Sandra McCarthy|February 1st, 2021|California Courts| Using a legal document preparer vs hiring a lawyer is a great money saving option for routine legal matters. If you are planning to represent yourself in a legal matter, a registered document assistant can help you with your case. Registered legal document preparers charge significantly less than attorneys. Consequently, hiring a document preparer can save you time and give you peace of mind that the forms are complete and correct. Read More 1
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
How Much Does a Divorce Mediator Cost and Do You Really Need One? By Sandra McCarthy|November 22nd, 2020|Divorce| Divorce mediation is often used as a first-step in trying to resolve disputed issues between divorcing couples. In most contested divorces, the parties are able to resolve their disputes using a divorce mediator, and they do not need to go to trial. Although mediation is arguably less painful than going to trial, it is not especially cheap. Sometimes couples don't actually need a divorce mediator but just a third-party helper to get them through the legal process. Instead of paying the cost of a divorce mediator, couples can spend a fraction of that money on document preparation services by a California legal document assistant and pocket the rest. Read More Comments Off on How Much Does a Divorce Mediator Cost and Do You Really Need One?
An Explanation of Important California Divorce Forms By Sandra McCarthy|October 14th, 2020|Divorce| Like most legal proceedings, the required documents for California divorces will vary based on the circumstances at hand. However, there are some forms that most - if not all - California divorcees will require. Unfortunately, that doesn't mean they're simple. Read on for an explanation of some of the most common California divorce forms. Then, contact A People's Choice for help completing and filing your paperwork! Read More Comments Off on An Explanation of Important California Divorce Forms
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
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
Keeping Up With California Courts’ Probate Rules During Coronavirus By Sandra McCarthy|September 21st, 2020|Probate| Since early 2020, the California court system's response to coronavirus has resulted in a plethora of modifications to existing probate rules. However, these requirements vary greatly amongst county courts. As a result, individuals administering an estate should consult their local Superior Court's website for more information. Read More Comments Off on Keeping Up With California Courts’ Probate Rules During Coronavirus
Timeline for Divorce: Dates You Need to Know By Sandra McCarthy|September 20th, 2020|Divorce| Divorce can be a long, drawn-out process; however, it's important to keep track of certain dates for every divorce. For example, the date of separation is important in helping the court calculate spousal support and the division of property. Read on to learn more about dates you need to know for a successful divorce. Read More Comments Off on Timeline for Divorce: Dates You Need to Know
The Problems Walt Disney’s Grandson Faces With Inheritance & Probate Court By Sandra McCarthy|September 20th, 2020|Probate| Did you know that one of Walt Disney's grandchildren has been fighting for over 15 years to collect his inheritance? Read on to learn why the court is holding his money, and how YOU can prevent issues with probate court. Read More Comments Off on The Problems Walt Disney’s Grandson Faces With Inheritance & Probate Court
What You Are Entitled To in a California Divorce By Sandra McCarthy|September 16th, 2020|Divorce| If you are in the process of divorcing your spouse in California, you should know what property you are entitled to keep in your possession. California is a community property state, so anything purchased or earned during the course of a marriage should be split 50/50. Read on to learn more about what constitutes community property and how it is divided. Read More 4
Stepparent Adoption of an Adult in California: Process and Forms By Sandra McCarthy|September 1st, 2020|Adoption| Once a child becomes an adult, they no longer require parental consent to agree to adoption by a stepparent. Thus, stepparents often adopt their adult children after a biological father refused to relinquish his parental rights over that child as a minor. Further, stepparent adoption is common for adults with life-long disabilities. Read on to learn about the process and forms required for stepparent adoption of an adult in California. Read More Comments Off on Stepparent Adoption of an Adult in California: Process and Forms