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Understanding The Basics And Benefits Of Starting A Trust In California

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Sep 25, 2025

Creating a trust can be a smart move for anyone looking to manage their assets and ensure their family’s future. In California, the process of setting up a trust might seem daunting, but with the right guidance, it can be straightforward and beneficial. As an estate planning lawyer, I’m here to help you understand the…

The Role of a Healthcare Directive in Estate Planning

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Sep 25, 2025

What is a Healthcare Directive? A healthcare directive, also known as an advance directive, is a legal document that outlines your preferences for medical care in situations where you may be unable to communicate your wishes. It serves as a critical component of estate planning, ensuring that your healthcare decisions are respected even if you…

The Benefits of a Revocable Living Trust

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Sep 25, 2025

What is a Revocable Living Trust? A revocable living trust is a legal document that allows an individual, known as the grantor, to place their assets into a trust during their lifetime while retaining control over them. This type of trust is "revocable," meaning the grantor can modify, amend, or completely revoke it at any…

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7 Common Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid

By tilen | Sep 24, 2025

Learn 7 common estate planning mistakes to avoid for a secure future. Protect your family’s wealth and legacy effectively.

How to Safeguard Your Estate from Creditors

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Sep 24, 2025

How to Safeguard Your Estate from Creditors Protecting your estate from creditors is a crucial step in ensuring that your hard-earned assets are passed down to your loved ones. Whether you’re just starting to think about estate planning or you’ve been managing your assets for years, understanding how to shield them from potential claims is…

How Trusts Can Help You Avoid Probate

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Sep 24, 2025

What is Probate and Why Should You Avoid It? Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person’s estate is administered and distributed to their heirs or beneficiaries. It involves validating the deceased’s will (if one exists), identifying and appraising assets, paying off debts and taxes, and distributing the remaining assets to the rightful…

How Do I Avoid Probate Court in California?

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Sep 24, 2025

Probate is a formal process to settle a person’s estate when they pass, whether or not there is a will. Since probate is supervised by the deceased’s residential county probate court, that county’s law ultimately decides who receives the money or property of the deceased. If a will is in place, the county ensures that…

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7 Common Reasons Wills Are Invalid and How to Avoid Them

By tilen | Sep 23, 2025

Learn the 7 common reasons wills are invalid to protect your loved ones and your wealth. Ensure your estate plan is foolproof.

The Role of Probate Attorneys in Handling Estate Debts

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Sep 23, 2025

The Role of Probate Attorneys in Handling Estate Debts When a loved one passes away, the emotional weight can be overwhelming. Add to this the complexity of managing their estate, and the process can quickly become daunting. One of the critical aspects of estate management is handling any debts left behind. This is where a…

The Basics of Probate and How to Avoid It

By Estate Planning Attorney Eric Ridley | Sep 23, 2025

What Is Probate? Probate is a legal process that occurs after someone passes away, ensuring their assets are distributed according to their wishes or, in the absence of a will, according to state law. At its core, probate serves to validate a deceased person’s will, settle outstanding debts, and transfer remaining assets to beneficiaries. While…

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