California Probate Filing ChecklistThe steps for filing probate in California can be overwhelming. In fact, the process can often take 8-10 months. To help out, we've provided a free California probate filing checklist for your personal use. For low-cost, non-attorney help with filing probate in California, contact A People’s Choice today.By Sandra McCarthy|August 23rd, 2020|Categories: Probate|44 CommentsRead More
What You Are Entitled To in a California DivorceIf 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.By Sandra McCarthy|September 16th, 2020|Categories: Divorce|4 CommentsRead 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
California Probate Help – Do It Yourself and Save MoneyCalifornia probates completed by attorneys almost always come with statutory fees based on the size of the estate. Therefore, anyone looking for a cheaper way to file probate on a friend's or family's estate should look into working with a legal document assistant. Contact A People's Choice today for more information on how we can help you complete the probate process for a flat fee.By Sandra McCarthy|April 24th, 2020|Categories: Estate Planning|2 CommentsRead More
How to Probate a Will Without a Lawyer: Complete DIY GuideNavigating the intricacies of the legal world can often feel [...]By Sandra McCarthy|October 10th, 2023|Categories: Probate|0 CommentsRead More
Everything About Uncontested Divorce California Wants You to Know If you’re looking for a divorce in California, it [...]By Sandra McCarthy|July 19th, 2021|Categories: Divorce|0 CommentsRead More
How to File a QDRO After DivorceIt is not necessary to divide all retirements plans in a divorce. However, if the court has ordered the division of a retirement account, or the parties have agreed to divide one or more retirement account, it will be necessary to file a QDRO after divorce. Here are the steps on how to file a QDRO after divorce.By Sandra McCarthy|March 30th, 2018|Categories: Divorce, Family Law|19 CommentsRead More
How to File Divorce When a Spouse is in JailIt is possible to file divorce when a spouse is in jail. You do not have to have a specific reason to divorce, such as your spouse’s felony conviction, to file a divorce. In other words, California’s no-fault divorce laws allow married couples to divorce just because they no longer get along or they no longer want to be married. In this regard, most couples file a California divorce due to "irreconcilable differences." However, the married couple must meet California’s residency requirements to file for divorce. Read on to learn more about how to file divorce when a spouse is in jail.By Sandra McCarthy|May 1st, 2018|Categories: Family Law|Comments Off on How to File Divorce When a Spouse is in JailRead More
The Legal Separation Process in CaliforniaFiling for legal separation in California is similar to the divorce process. However, the main difference between filing for legal separation and divorce is that under legal separation the parties will not end their marital status after dividing community assets and debts. Read on to learn more about the legal separation process in California and how A People's Choice can help.By Sandra McCarthy|May 19th, 2020|Categories: Family Law|34 CommentsRead More
What To Do When a Renter Becomes a Tenant Nuisance: Your Rights in CaliforniaWhether a tenant is being too noisy or conducting illegal activity on the premises of a rented unit, landlords have legal rights to stop tenant nuisances. For instance, a landlord may provide a three day written notice requesting the tenant stop their disruptive behavior. Ultimately, a tenant nuisance who does not change their behavior may provide legal grounds for eviction.By Sandra McCarthy|June 3rd, 2020|Categories: Estate Planning|10 CommentsRead More