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Understanding Medi-Cal Planning: A Ventura County Perspective

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Aug 13, 2025

Understanding Medi-Cal Planning: A Ventura County Perspective Planning for the future can be a daunting task, especially when it involves navigating the complexities of healthcare and financial planning. Medi-Cal, California’s Medicaid program, offers essential benefits to those in need but comes with its own set of challenges. In this blog post, we’ll explore Medi-Cal planning…

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Trustee Duties Explained: Protecting Your Family’s Future

By tilen | Aug 13, 2025

Trustee duties explained for California families. Learn how smart planning helps secure your children’s inheritance and protects your estate from costly mistakes.

What Does “Probate a Will” Mean?

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Aug 13, 2025

When an executor is asked to “probate a will,” it means initiating the probate process. The executor does this by filing the correct paperwork, namely the petition for probate and the original will, with the probate court. The executor will be required to prove a will, meaning they need to show that the will was…

The Ultimate Estate Planning Checklist: Secure Your Legacy with the Law Office of Eric Ridley

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Aug 13, 2025

Estate Planning: A Comprehensive Guide Introduction Estate planning is a process that involves organizing your affairs in preparation for the end of your life. It includes creating documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and living wills, which outline your wishes for how your property should be distributed after your death and who should…

The Role of a Probate Attorney: What You Should Know

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Aug 13, 2025

The Role of a Probate Attorney: What You Should Know When a loved one passes away, managing their estate can be an overwhelming task. The legal process that ensures the distribution of the deceased person’s assets is known as probate. A probate attorney plays a crucial role in navigating this process. In this blog post,…

A Comprehensive Guide to Trust Administration Attorneys

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Aug 12, 2025

A Comprehensive Guide to Trust Administration Attorneys When it comes to managing a trust, the intricacies can often be overwhelming. Trust administration attorneys play a crucial role in ensuring that these legal arrangements are handled smoothly and in accordance with the law. Whether you’re setting up a trust or you’re the beneficiary of one, understanding…

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Estate Plan for Real Estate Investors: Protect Your Family and Assets

By tilen | Aug 12, 2025

Discover how a tailored estate plan for real estate investors secures your assets, protects your family, and ensures a smooth legacy transition.

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Navigating Probate in California: Expert Guidance and Essential Insights

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Aug 12, 2025

This article provides an overview of probate in California, including the probate process, the role of the probate court, the importance of hiring a probate attorney, the duties of an executor, probate fees and costs, asset distribution to beneficiaries, strategies for avoiding probate, and the importance of seeking legal expertise from the Law Office of Eric Ridley.

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What Are The Costs Associated With Probate In California?

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Aug 12, 2025

Hi, I’m Eric Ridley, an estate planning lawyer based in California. Today, let’s unravel the often complex and misunderstood topic of probate costs in California. Understanding these costs is crucial for anyone involved in estate planning or handling an estate after a loved one’s passing. So, let’s dive in and make sense of it together.…

Estate Planning 101: Safeguarding Your Loved Ones and Assets with Eric Ridley

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Aug 12, 2025

Introduction Estate planning is a critical process that safeguards your loved ones and assets, ensuring they are well-taken care of after you are no longer around.This process involves making pivotal decisions about how your property will be divided, who will make financial and healthcare decisions on your behalf should you become incapable, and expressing your…

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