The Journal — Plain-English Estate Law
Plain-English guidance on wills, trusts, probate, and protecting your family in California.
Prop 19 and the Inherited House: Should You Keep It or Sell It?
Prop 19 isn't an inheritance tax. Whether you keep the inherited house or sell it changes your property tax, your capital gains, and almost nothing else. Here's how…
Read →Is Your California Living Trust Actually Funded?
A trust only controls what's actually been retitled into it. Here's a self-check you can do this week to find out whether your house and accounts are really…
Read →7 Essential Tips to Prevent Estate Litigation Risks
Learn 7 crucial ways California families can avoid estate litigation risks and protect their legacy with effective planning and practical legal strategies.
Read →CA Will Update: Essential How-To
Update your CA Will in 2026! Life changes? Marriage, kids, finances – your will needs updating. As a CA estate planning lawyer, I can help. Learn more.
Read →How Much Does a Living Trust Cost in California?
The cheap trust and the expensive trust often hide the same defect. Here's what really drives the price, how it compares to probate, and the question to ask…
Read →7 Key Steps in Estate Planning for California Seniors
Discover 7 key steps in estate planning for California seniors in 2026. Protect your wealth, avoid probate delays, ensure family harmony, and plan for...
Read →How to Include Charitable Giving in Your Estate Plan
Plan your 2026 estate with charitable giving! Support causes you love and create a lasting legacy. Explore charitable trusts, DAFs, and more in our ultimate...
Read →Will vs. Living Trust in California: Which Do You Need?
A will and a living trust do different jobs. If you own a home in California, the difference decides whether your family spends a year in probate court.…
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